Care Partner: Hands-On Patient Care & Support

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with hands-on patient care, venipuncture, catheter care, specimen collection, and bedside support under RN supervision.

We require a diploma or GED with relevant nursing training or CNA program completion, or at least one year of care partner experience. The role offers a full-time day shift schedule and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and one of the listed nursing training options.
• Enrollment in an RN program after first semester or CNA program graduation within the past year.
• Minimum of one year of recent experience as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support daily patient care activities and ensure safe patient flow.
• Maintain unit environmental standards and manage supplies and equipment.
• Act as liaison to communicate patient and family needs and education.
• Participate in unit operations and adapt to staffing needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Emotional intelligence

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RN program enrollment

CNA or Aide training program completion

1 year care partner experience

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with hands-on patient care, venipuncture, catheter care, specimen collection, and bedside support under RN supervision.

We require a diploma or GED with relevant nursing training or CNA program completion, or at least one year of care partner experience. The role offers a full-time day shift schedule and opportunities for growth.