Care Partner - Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown FT Days and Nights Available

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN is seeking compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with patient care and uphold unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Shifts include Full-Time Day and Night, with three 12-hour shifts per week; schedules rotate by unit needs and new hires attend orientation.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant nursing assistant training or RN program enrollment, plus recent

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Current enrollment in RN program with first semester completed.
• Graduation from Nursing Assistant or Aide Training Program within the past year.
• Minimum of one year of recent experience as care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Facilitate safe patient care and flow by following work area standards.
• Serve as liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs.
• Support unit operations by maintaining supplies and equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Organization

7N Cohort 40

Job Summary

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

We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) who are experienced and comfortable providing hands‑on care and supporting clinical procedures, including venipuncture/blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside patient care responsibilities.

Why Vanderbilt Health?

Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is more than a workplace-it's a community driven by a shared mission: to advance health and wellness through world‑class patient care, education, and research.

Here, you'll find:

• Purpose: Every role contributes to something bigger than yourself.
• Growth: Your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged.
• Belonging: We celebrate individuality and create an environment where everyone can thrive.

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that never settles for "good enough," Vanderbilt is the place for you.

Shifts Available

• Full‑Time Day Shift - 6:45 am - 7:15 pm (three 12‑hour shifts/week)
• Full‑Time Night Shift - 6:45 pm - 7:15 am (three 12‑hour shifts/week)

Shifts rotate throughout the week

Note: Set schedules are not available. Schedules are determined by unit clinical staffing needs.

All Employees are required to attend hospital orientation during regular daytime hours during the first week of employment.

What You Need to Qualify

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of previous experience in a hospital setting
• Flexible availability
• Professionalism and reliability
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• High emotional intelligence

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Be part of a nationally recognized medical center.
• Work alongside passionate professionals who care deeply about patients and each other.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a supportive environment.

Learn More About Our Patient Areas Here: 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.

The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and 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 app