Patient Care Associate - Wilson County (Days)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Lebanon, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is designed to strengthen fall prevention efforts and improve patient safety through trained, hands-on support. This position is a step up from the Patient Care Attendant or Sitter role, allowing some hands-on assistance of and fall prevention for patients. Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.

Requirements

Demonstrates competence with safety precautions and safe ambulation practice interventions, practical applications of minimal difficulty.
Independently works with clinical applications for patient documentation.
Demonstrates ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering environment of care services while requiring some support and instruction from others. Models CREDO behaviors.
Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic needs and identify safety issues or concerns. Prepares and presents clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignment. Address problems and obstacles before they arise. Understands and identifies with the basic goals and values of the organization.
1 year relevant work experience
High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Responsibilities

Monitor patients and intervene safely when they attempt to get out of bed or chairs without assistance.
Assist patients with toileting needs, ensuring timely response and safe transfers.
Reinforce fall prevention strategies, including the use of 5Ps, K Cards, and “No Pass” protocols.
Maintain open communication with nursing staff regarding patient behavior, safety concerns, and care needs, while also participating in interdisciplinary huddles and safety briefings.
Accurately document observations and interventions in accordance with hospital policy.