Care Partner (Adult Float Pool) Days - VUH

Vanderbilt Health Adult Float Pool Care Partner

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Organization: VUH Inpatient Float Pool

Job Summary: Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

The VUH Adult Float Pool is in need of dayshift Care Partners to join our team! The position will be located at our VUH Adult Hospital in Nashville.

Shift Available:

1. Full-Time Day Shift - 6:45 am - 7:15 pm (three 12-hour shifts/week)
2. Shifts do rotate throughout the week with a weekend requirement
3. Note: Set schedules are not available. Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs

About the Adult Float Pool:

• Work Across 44 Units: From Med-Surg to Stepdown and ICU, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of patient populations and clinical settings.
• Expand Your Skills: Develop a broad skill set and deepen your expertise in acute care.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values communication, teamwork, and mutual support.

In this role, you will:

• Administer Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Take and record vital signs
• Perform lab draws
• Conduct acute checks
• Place Foley catheters and perform straight catheterizations
• Coming soon: Assist with wound care

You'll play a critical role in supporting licensed nurses and ensuring the highest standards of patient care across our diverse units.

Why Vanderbilt?

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Growth Ladder Opportunities

Care Partner Position Qualifications:

• Required: 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.
• Additional Float Pool Qualifications:
• 2+ years of recent (within the last 6 months) direct patient care in a hospital environment.
• The successful candidate will have current experience in Med/Surg and/or ICU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assists with day to day delivery of patient care.
• Facilitates efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
• Serves as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs.
• Supports unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

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.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.