Medical Assistant PRN - Plastics & Cosmetic Surgery Clinic

Job Summary

Provide direct patient care and support the licensed healthcare team in the Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery department, including nursing interventions, wound care, and point‑of‑care testing. Work in close collaboration with the RN or a licensed healthcare team member to evaluate the patient’s plan of care and progress toward goal attainment. Shift: Monday‑Friday 8:00a.m.‑4:30p.m. or 7:30a.m.‑4:00p.m. covering Lebanon, Mt.Juliet, and Nashville.

• Collaborate with patients, families, and health‑care providers to deliver health‑care services.
• Follow established plan of care to ensure patient progress and effective outcomes.
• Support plans to promote health and a safe environment.

• Clinical Competency (Novice) – Demonstrate nursing interventions such as wound care, vitals, and point‑of‑care testing under supervision.
• LPN Care Planning (Novice) – Participate in plan development, anticipate resource needs, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• LPN Patient Education (Novice) – Demonstrate patient education in moderate‑difficulty applications under direction.
• Clinical Patient Documentation (Novice) – Collect, report, and record objective and subjective data accurately and timely.

• Perform routine tasks that impact team performance with occasional guidance.
• Utilize discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Apply knowledge of standards, established processes and procedures that apply to your role.
• Provide guidance to entry‑level co‑workers.

• Develops Self and Others – Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships – Seeks to understand colleagues’ priorities and develops cross‑area relationships.
• Communicates Effectively – Shares information clearly and courteously.
• Serves Others with Compassion – Understands problems and needs of others to provide excellent service.
• Solves Complex Problems – Addresses routine issues and raises concerns timely.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support – Listens carefully to understand issues and provides accurate information.
• Ensures High Quality – Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet standards.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements – Reports unsafe conditions appropriately.
• Manages Resources Effectively – Takes responsibility for assigned activities and uses resources wisely.
• Makes Data‑Driven Decisions – Uses accurate information for consistent results.
• Fosters Innovation – Proposes ideas or initiatives that improve daily operations.
• Applies Technology – Utilizes appropriate tools and procedures quickly.
• Adapts to Change – Embraces change and incorporates new instructions into own work.

Licensure:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LIC) – Tennessee.

Experience:

Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.

Education:

Graduate of an approved discipline‑specific program.

LIC‑Licensed Practical Nurse – Tennessee.

Vanderbilt Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vets/Disabled.