Compassionate Patient Care Partner – Nursing Support

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN, is seeking compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with patient care and maintain unit standards under a licensed nurse.

You will support bedside care, venipuncture/blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities as needed. The role offers a full-time day shift with rotating schedules based on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience) AND one of the following: enrollment in an RN program with successful completion of the first semester, graduation from a Nursing Assistant/Aide Training Program within the past year (certificate required), or a minimum of one year of recent experience as a care partner, nursing assistant, or patient care technician.
• Preferred qualifications include hospital experience, flexible availability, professionalism, reliability, and excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Candidates should be compassionate, patient-focused and comfortable providing hands-on care and supporting clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with day-to-day delivery of patient care and support patient flow.
• Facilitate efficient and safe patient care by following work area standards and communicating needs to the team.
• Serve as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs, and maintain supplies and equipment.

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN, is seeking compassionate Care Partners (Nursing Assistants) to assist with patient care and maintain unit standards under a licensed nurse.

You will support bedside care, venipuncture/blood draws, Foley catheter care, specimen collection, and other bedside responsibilities as needed. The role offers a full-time day shift with rotating schedules based on staffing needs.