Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1504, Hawkins Street, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37203, United States
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Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work, and never settle for what was good enough yesterday.
Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in 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.
About the Role
You will join the Adult Emergency Department, a fast-paced, high-volume environment where the staff is like a family. In this role, you will assist with the delivery of patient care and the maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will serve as a liaison for communication and education regarding patient and family needs, facilitating efficient and safe patient care flow.
One of the unique perks of working in this department is the opportunity to treat patients with a wide array of illnesses and injuries, as we never know who is going to come through our doors. The team is dedicated to caring for all patients who present with emergent medical conditions. New staff are oriented with individualized training based on their unique needs, ensuring a supportive start to your journey with us.
Your Schedule
This is a Full-Time Night Shift position, working three 12-hour shifts per week from 6:45 pm to 7:15 am. Please note that shifts rotate throughout the week, and set schedules are not available as they are determined by unit clinical staffing needs. All employees on the night shift and PRN are required to attend hospital orientation during regular daytime hours during their first week of employment.
Ready to Apply?
All Candidates: Please attach an up-to-date resume in Word or PDF format to your application. Ensure you include start and end dates (month and year) for all relevant positions.
Current Vanderbilt Employees: Apply via the internal job board in Workday. Search for "internal jobs," enter your work information manually, and upload your resume.
Equal Opportunity
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1504, Hawkins Street, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37203, United States
Nashville, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist with the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse
- check_circleMaintain unit environmental standards and ensure a safe work area
- check_circleFacilitate efficient patient care flow by following established work area standards
- check_circlePerform clinical interventions such as point of care testing and vital signs
- check_circleIndependently document patient care information using clinical applications
- check_circleSupport unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and room setups
- check_circleServe as a liaison for communication regarding patient and family needs
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or GED
- verifiedCurrent enrollment in professional nursing RN program with successful completion of first semester including nursing fundamentals clinical
- verifiedGraduation from Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within past year with certificate of completion
- verifiedMinimum one year of recent experience (within past two years) as care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician
Nice to Have
One year of previous acute care experience in a hospital setting, flexible availability, professionalism and reliability, excellent communication and teamwork skills, and high emotional intelligence.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nursing Fundamentals Clinical, Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Point Of Care Testing, Vital Signs, Patient Documentation, Clinical Applications.
Education: High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience).
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In this Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights at Vanderbilt University Medical Center role, you will assist with the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse; maintain unit environmental standards and ensure a safe work area; facilitate efficient patient care flow by following established work area standards; and perform clinical interventions such as point of care testing and vital signs.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or GED; Current enrollment in professional nursing RN program with successful completion of first semester including nursing fundamentals clinical; Graduation from Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within past year with certificate of completion; and Minimum one year of recent experience (within past two years) as care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.
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Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is based in 1504, Hawkins Street, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37203, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center has listed this Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights role as on-site.
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Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights at Vanderbilt University Medical Center typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Care Partner - Adult Emergency Services - FT Nights at Vanderbilt University Medical Center include Nursing Fundamentals Clinical; Nursing Assistant; Patient Care Technician; Point Of Care Testing; Vital Signs; Patient Documentation; and Clinical Applications.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience).
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