Care Partner - Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown FT Nights 18:45 - 07:15

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a community of individuals dedicated to advancing health and wellness through teaching, discovery, and patient care. Organization 7N Cohort 30 Job Summary Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Your Schedule Full‑time night shift – 6:45 pm to 7:15 am (three 12‑hour shifts per week) Shifts rotate throughout the week Note: Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs and no fixed schedules are available. All Employees (Night shift & PRN included) are required to attend hospital orientation during regular daytime hours in the first week of employment. What You Need to Qualify 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) Graduation from a Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate of completion required) Minimum of one year of recent experience (within the past two years) as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician. Preferred One year of previous experience in a hospital setting Flexible availability Professionalism and reliability Excellent communication and teamwork skills High emotional intelligence Key Responsibilities Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Assist with 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. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position; additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Clinical Competencies (Novice): Demonstrates competence with interventions (such as point of care testing, vital signs, etc.) in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Care Partner Patient Documentation (Novice): Independently works with clinical applications for patient documentation. Environment of Care (Novice): Demonstrates ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver environment of care services while requiring some support and instruction. Able to train and educate peers by setting the example, providing technical support, and generally elevating the level of performance of others while on the job. Planning & Organizing (Novice): Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify discrete tasks, participate in goal setting, and schedule activities. Prefers to meet deadlines, organize work for own assignments, and adapt to changes in major assignments while maintaining expectations. Benefits The 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr