Nurse Care Partner

Job Summary

The Nurse Care Partner is responsible for ensuring a safe environment for patients within the hospital setting. This role involves observing and reporting any changes in the patient's condition to the nurse accountable for the patient's care under the direction of a RN. The Nurse Care Partner will communicate with patients, family members, and all members of the healthcare team to relay appropriate information, contributing to patient care and creating a supportive and healing environment.

The primary focus is to promote a positive patient experience by partnering with the nurse, physician, healthcare team, and other healthcare providers to provide excellence in patient experience and assist with daily living activities and comfort measures. The NCP assists other healthcare providers with safe, age-appropriate, and culturally aware care by performing clerical functions such as retrieving data, maintaining unit supplies, and transporting supplies, as well as performing essential patient care functions such as ADLs, ambulation, and vital signs.

The Care Partner must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, which requires multi‑tasking and effective communication with the Registered Nurse and ancillary team.

• Patient‑Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high‑quality care that prioritizes the well‑being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
• Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
• Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
• Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high‑quality outcomes.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
• Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
• Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
• Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Financial Security:
  Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
• Career Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Support:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.