Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services FT Night Shift 18:45 - 07:15

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About Vumc

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.

We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to provide hands-on patient care and support clinical procedures, including blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities.

Why Vanderbilt Health?

• Medical Center in Nashville, TN, you'll join a team dedicated to advancing health through exceptional patient care, education, and research.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Services 80 Job Summary: Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. .
• 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM Full-time, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Rotating schedule based on unit staffing needs
• Set schedules are not available

All employees, including

• Night Shift and PRN staff, must attend daytime orientation during their first week
• Include start and end dates (month/year) for each position
• Be in reverse chronological order
• Clearly describe patient care responsibilities and skills

Include hospital units worked, if applicable

• Learn More Patient care areas at Vanderbilt University Hospital: https://www.vumc.org/vanderbilt-nursing/patient-care-areas-vanderbilt-university-hospital 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.
• Independently works with clinical applications for patient documentation.
• Demonstrates ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Able to train and educate peers by setting the example, giving technical support, providing leadership, and generally elevating the level of performance of others while on the job.
• Models CREDO behaviors.
• Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify discrete tasks, participates in goal setting, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work for own assignments and responsibilities.
• Appropriately matches equipment, and capital resources to task demands.
• Prepares and presents clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignments.
• Address problems and obstacles before they arise.
• Adapt to changes in major assignments while maintaining expectations.
• Understands and identifies with the basic goals and values of the organization.
• We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.
• 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.
• Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.

Requirements

• Required High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent experience) and one of the following: Current enrollment in an RN program with successful completion of the first semester and nursing fundamentals clinical
• Graduation from a Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate required)
• At least 1 year of recent experience (within the last 2 years) as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician Preferred Previous hospital experience
• Flexible availability Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Professional, reliable, and patient-centered approach
• Be current and include all patient care experience

Include clinical rotations for nursing students

• CLINICAL COMPETENCIES (Novice): Demonstrates competence with interventions (such as point of care testing, vital signs, etc.) in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering environment of care services while requiring some support and instruction from others.

Benefits

• Meaningful work that impacts lives every day
• Professional growth and development opportunities

An inclusive, supportive workplace culture

• The opportunity to work at a nationally recognized medical center
• High School Diploma or GED (Required) 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.

• Be submitted in PDF or Word format (screenshots cannot be accepted)
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner.

Delivering Excellent Services

Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support.

Ensuring High Quality

Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.

Fostering Innovation

Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications

Responsibilities: Certifications: Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year

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.