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Care Partner - Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown (Nights)

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: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization:

7N Cohort 30 Job Summary

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Position Details

Hours:

Three (3) 12-hour shifts Schedule:

6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m. Rotating based on unit need. No specific workdays or days off can be guaranteed. Department Summary

We care for adult patients 18 and older who are treated for a variety of conditions, including patients undergoing vascular surgeries pre- and post-op, arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, and patients pre-open heart surgery. Our patients are unique because we see a variety of cardiac and vascular diagnoses with specialized needs. Key Responsibilities

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Assists with day-to-day delivery of patient care. Facilitates efficient and safe patient care and flow by following work area standards. Serves as a liaison for communication and education of patient and family needs. Supports unit operations and patient flow by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities

CLINICAL COMPETENCIES (Novice): Demonstrates competence with interventions (such as point of care testing, vital signs, etc.) in practical applications of moderate difficulty. CARE PARTNER PATIENT DOCUMENTATION (Novice): Independently works with clinical applications for patient documentation. ENVIRONMENT OF CARE (Novice): Demonstrates ability to set up and maintain patient rooms, supplies, and equipment. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver environment of care services while requiring some support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate peers by setting the example, giving technical support, providing leadership, and elevating performance. Models CREDO behaviors. PLANNING & ORGANIZING (Novice): Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify tasks, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work. Prepares and presents clear status reports on patient care assignments. Addresses problems and obstacles before they arise. Adapts to changes while maintaining expectations. Our 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. Core Accountabilities

Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine and may impact team performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/Complexity: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedures applicable to your 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. Communicates Effectively. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion. Solves Complex Problems. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability. Stewards Organizational Resources. Makes Data Driven Decisions. Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas. Applies Technology. Adapts to Change. Position Qualifications

Responsibilities: Certifications: Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level:

Less than 1 year Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required) 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.

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