Care Partner - Tullahoma Med/Surg (PRN)

About the role

Discover Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Technician is responsible for assisting in direct patient care specific to the unit assigned; EKG’s; Behavioral Health Observation; assisting with patient transfers and repositioning, transporting of patients, supplies, or specimens; and any other duties as deemed necessary to ensure optimal patient care and physician service, under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse. The Patient Care Technician is responsible to the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, Department Manager/Director, Nursing Supervisor, Associate Directors of Nursing Services and the Chief Nursing Officer.

• Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards
• Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN
• Assists with procedures according to organizational/departmental standard
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers
• Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures, and regulations specific to the unit
• Maintains annual education requirements prior to due date
• Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes
• Other duties assigned

Schedule

Variable hours, as-needed. Selected candidates must be willing and able to work both weekday and weekend shifts. This is not a weekend-only contract.

Skills

Technical capabilities: 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.

Core accountabilities: Organizational impact – performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem solving/complexity of work – utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of knowledge – applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team interaction – provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core capabilities – supporting colleagues: develops self and others; builds and maintains relationships; communicates effectively. Delivering excellent services: serves others with compassion; solves complex problems; offers meaningful advice and support. Ensuring high quality: performs excellent work; fulfills safety and regulatory requirements. Managing resources effectively: demonstrates accountability; stewards organizational resources; makes data driven decisions. Fostering innovation: generates new ideas; applies technology; adapts to change.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience
• High School Diploma or GED

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.