Care Partner - Medical Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (Nights)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It 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 : CVICU Cohort 20

Job Summary

Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Position hours are three (3) 12-hour shifts 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 being treated for cardiovascular conditions, including heart failure, STEMI, post-PCI, cardiac arrhythmias, structural heart disease, post-cardiac arrest, mechanical assist devices, and long-term post-heart transplant follow-up and care.

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.

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Core Capabilities

Position Qualifications

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.