Compassionate Care Partner - Patient Care Assistant

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

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with patient care under RN supervision. You will perform bedside responsibilities such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and support clinical procedures.

We offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture at a nationally recognized medical center. Full-time day shifts with rotating schedules and orientation during first week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent) and one of the following: enrollment in an RN program with first semester completed 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of patient care 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.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN seeks compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with patient care under RN supervision. You will perform bedside responsibilities such as blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and support clinical procedures.

We offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture at a nationally recognized medical center. Full-time day shifts with rotating schedules and orientation during first week.