Care Partner - Tullahoma Med/Surg (PRN)

Montgomery College; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Tullahoma, TN seeks a Care Partner to support patient care in Med/Surg. This PRN/variable hours position assists with EKGs, transfers, and patient support under licensed staff, with capacity to work both weekday and weekend shifts.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols. The successful candidate will have a High School diploma or GED and demonstrate reliable communication and problem-solving skills in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required to apply.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Effective communication and empathy when interacting with patients and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Provides patient care based on nursing process under supervision of licensed staff.
• Assists with patient transfers, repositioning, and transportation as needed.
• Demonstrates empathy, effective communication, and respectful teamwork.
• Follows policies, procedures, and PPE guidelines to ensure safety.
• Maintains annual education requirements and participates in ongoing training.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Care Partner - Tullahoma Med/Surg (PRN)Apply: Tullahoma, TN: Part time: Posted Today: R-69157**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:**Medical Surgical**Job Summary:**JOB SUMMARY The Patient Care Technician is responsible for assisting in direct patient care specific to the unit assigned; EKG’s; Behavioral Health Observation; assisting with patient transfers and repositioning, transporting of patients, supplies, or specimens; and any other duties as deemed necessary to ensure optimal patient care and physician service, under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse. The Patient Care Technician is responsible to the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, Department Manager/Director, Nursing Supervisor, Associate Directors of Nursing Services and the Chief Nursing Officer..POSITION HOURSVariable hours, as-needed. Selected candidates must be willing and able to work both weekday and weekend shifts. **This is not a weekend-only contract.** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards • Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN. Assists with procedures according to organizational/departmental standard • Ability to work under limited supervision and to follow written and oral instructions. • Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers • Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures, and regulations specific to the unit. • Maintains annual education requirements prior to due date. • Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes. • Other duties assigned TECHNICAL CAPABILITIESOur 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. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.**Core Accountabilities:**\\* 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.**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. Managing Resources Effectively : - 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. 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**Education:**High School Diploma or GED*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.**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.*