Patient Care Associate - Wilson County (Days)
About The Position
The Patient Care Associate provides enhanced support for patients at risk of falls by assisting with mobility, toileting, and proactive engagement. The role strengthens fall prevention and patient safety through trained, hands-on support, and allows more hands-on assistance than the Patient Care Attendant or Sitter role. The position is with Vanderbilt Health’s Sitters organization in Wilson County. It involves three 12-hour day shifts, 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., rotating based on unit need. Specific workdays and days off cannot be guaranteed. The associate works with nursing staff and participates in interdisciplinary huddles and safety briefings, while documenting observations and interventions in accordance with hospital policy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of relevant work experience.
- Competence with safety precautions and safe ambulation practices.
- Ability to use clinical applications for patient documentation.
- Knowledge and ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment, with some support and instruction.
- Ability to anticipate basic needs, identify safety concerns, and communicate patient status clearly.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patients and safely intervene when they attempt to get out of bed or chairs without assistance.
- Assist patients with toileting needs, responding promptly and supporting safe transfers.
- Reinforce fall prevention strategies, including the use of 5Ps, K Cards, and “No Pass” protocols.
- Communicate with nursing staff about patient behavior, safety concerns, and care needs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary huddles and safety briefings.
- Accurately document observations and interventions in accordance with hospital policy.
- Use safety precautions and safe ambulation practices.
- Set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
- Anticipate basic patient needs, identify safety issues, and prepare clear and accurate status reports.
Benefits
- The position may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
