Care Partner PRN - MCE Recovery Department Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15
About The Position
Vanderbilt Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Care Partner (Nursing Assistant) for the MCE Recovery Department. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, this role assists with patient care and maintains unit environmental standards. The position includes hands-on bedside care and support for clinical procedures such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, vital signs, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards. This is a PRN night-shift role, scheduled from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, with a focus on Friday nights. PRN staff must work at least four 12-hour shifts every six weeks. Candidates may be required to complete a full-time orientation period of two or three 12-hour shifts per week during their first four weeks. All employees, including night-shift and PRN staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week. Applicants must upload a current resume. It should include patient-care experience with month/year start and end dates, be in reverse chronological order, describe patient-care responsibilities and skills, include hospital units worked when applicable, and include clinical rotations for nursing students. The resume must be submitted in PDF or Word format.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- Meet one of the following: currently enrolled in an RN program with successful completion of the first semester and nursing fundamentals clinical; graduation from a Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program within the past year with certificate; or at least one year of recent experience within the past two years as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician.
- Attend daytime orientation during the first week of employment.
- PRN staff must work a minimum of four 12-hour shifts every six weeks; candidates may be required to work two or three 12-hour shifts per week during a full-time orientation period for the first four weeks.
- Submit a current resume in PDF or Word format, including patient-care experience, month/year dates, relevant responsibilities and skills, hospital units when applicable, and clinical rotations for nursing students.
- Demonstrate a professional, reliable, patient-centered approach, as reflected in the listed position expectations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital experience.
- Flexible availability.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care.
- Support clinical procedures and bedside responsibilities, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, vital signs, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards.
- Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and patient flow by following work-area standards.
- Serve as a liaison for communication and education regarding patient and family needs.
- Support unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
- Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
