Care Partner - 6N Neuro/Epilepsy - FT Days 06:45 - 19:15

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and uniqueness is celebrated.

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) experienced in providing hands-on care and supporting clinical procedures, including venipuncture/blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside patient care responsibilities.

This role is part of the 6N Neuro/Epilepsy unit, assisting with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Schedule

• Full-Time Day Shift: 6:45 am - 7:15 pm (three 12-hour shifts per week)
• Shifts rotate throughout the week based on unit clinical staffing needs
• Set schedules are not available

Requirements

To qualify, you must have a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) and one of the following:

• Current enrollment in a professional nursing RN program with successful completion of the first semester (including nursing fundamentals clinical), or
• Graduation from a Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate of completion required), or
• Minimum of one year of recent experience (within the past two years) as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of previous experience in a hospital setting
• Flexible availability
• Professionalism and reliability
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• High emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• Support day-to-day delivery of patient care
• Facilitate efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards
• Serve as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs
• Support unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards
• Perform clinical care including vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards
• Demonstrate ability to understand basic resource needs, identify tasks, and meet deadlines

Technical Capabilities

• Clinical Competencies (Fundamental Awareness): Assist and perform clinical care tasks
• Care Partner Patient Documentation (Fundamental Awareness): Limited experience with clinical applications for patient documentation
• Environment of Care (Fundamental Awareness): Limited experience with setup and maintenance of patient rooms, supplies, and equipment
• Planning & Organizing (Fundamental Awareness): Understand basic resource needs, identify tasks, and meet deadlines

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Performs routine tasks that may impact team performance with occasional guidance
• Problem Solving: Utilizes discretion and research to solve routine problems
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, processes, and procedures relevant to the role
• Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry-level co-workers

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops self and others by identifying development opportunities
  • Builds and maintains relationships across areas
  • Communicates effectively in a clear and courteous manner
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves others with compassion by understanding their needs
  • Solves routine problems and raises concerns in a timely manner
  • Listens carefully and provides accurate information and support
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Checks work quality before delivery and meets quality standards
  • Demonstrates basic knowledge of safety conditions and reports unsafe conditions
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities
  • Understands how personal actions impact departmental resources
  • Makes data-driven decisions to achieve results on time
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Proposes or accepts ideas that impact day-to-day operations
  • Quickly absorbs new technology and utilizes appropriate tools
  • Adapts to change with an open mind

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings to enhance well-being and professional growth.