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Organization: 5S PCU (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 Hours:
Three (3) 12-hour shifts, 6:45 p.m. - 7:15 a.m.
Department Summary:
We care for adult patients ranging in age 18 years and older who are being treated for a variety of cardiac conditions including recovery from coronary artery bypass surgery, valve repair and replacement surgery, heart failure, heart transplant, myocardial infarction, heart arrhythmias, and cardiac post-procedural care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the delivery of patient care and maintenance of unit environmental standards under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- 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.
- Planning & Organizing (Novice): Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify discrete tasks, and organize work for own assignments and responsibilities.
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:
- Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
- Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
- Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes, and procedures that apply to your own job.
- Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry-level co-workers.
Position Qualifications:
Experience Level: Less than 1 year
Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled
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