Care Partner - NICU (Nights)

NICU Support Staff

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Organization : NICU Cohort 22

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. Rotating based on unit need. No specific workdays or days off can be guaranteed.

Department Summary : The NICU at Monroe Carell is rated Level IV by the American Academy of Pediatrics. This is the highest possible classification. It means your baby will not be transported to another hospital, no matter how serious or complex their condition. Vanderbilt has specialists in medical and surgical care and pediatric anesthesiology who only treat children. This includes the smallest babies born before term.

Pediatric surgeons, neonatology doctors and nurses, pediatric radiologists, respiratory therapists, pediatric pharmacists, nutritionists, lactation specialists, social workers, child life specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists are part of our 24-hour NICU team that only cares for children.

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 be capable of successfully delivering 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 generally elevating the level of performance of others while on the job. Models CREDO behaviors.

Planning & Organizing (Novice) : Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify discrete tasks, participates in goal setting, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work for own assignments and responsibilities. Appropriately matches equipment, and capital resources to task demands. Prepares and presents clear and accurate status reports on patient care assignments. Address problems and obstacles before they arise. Adapt to changes in major assignments while maintaining expectations. Understands and identifies with the basic goals and values of the organization.

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. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. 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 procedure that apply to your own 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 : Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. Communicates Effectively : Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services : Serves Others with Compassion : Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. Solves Complex Problems : Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support : Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality : Performs Excellent Work : Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements : Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : Demonstrates Accountability : Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work / service. Stewards Organizational Resources : Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. Makes Data Driven Decisions : Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : Generates New Ideas : Willingly proposes / accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. Applies Technology : Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change : Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

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.