NICU Care Partner: Patient Care & Unit Flow

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

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville seeks an aide to assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves three 12-hour shifts from 10 a.m.

to 10 p.m., rotating as unit needs require, with no guaranteed days off. The position supports day-to-day patient care, ensures efficient flow, and acts as a liaison for patient and family communication.

Qualifications

• Assist with patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates basic competency with essential clinical tasks.
• Maintains patient environment and supports flow and safety.

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.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Clinical competencies

Care partner documentation

Environment of care

Planning & organizing

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville seeks an aide to assist with patient care and maintain unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves three 12-hour shifts from 10 a.m.

to 10 p.m., rotating as unit needs require, with no guaranteed days off. The position supports day-to-day patient care, ensures efficient flow, and acts as a liaison for patient and family communication.