Care Partner: Compassionate Patient Care & Support

Montgomery College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Professional growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Nationally recognized medical center

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to provide hands-on patient care under licensed nurse supervision. Responsibilities include blood draws support, Foley care, specimen collection and bedside tasks.

You will deliver safe, high-quality care while following unit standards, assisting with daily patient flow, and communicating with patients and families. Nursing assistant or CNA certification and relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• 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 as a Care Partner, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician is preferred.

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.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

RN program enrollment (first semester completed)

Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program (certificate)

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to provide hands-on patient care under licensed nurse supervision. Responsibilities include blood draws support, Foley care, specimen collection and bedside tasks.

You will deliver safe, high-quality care while following unit standards, assisting with daily patient flow, and communicating with patients and families. Nursing assistant or CNA certification and relevant experience preferred.