What is a care partner?

A care partner provides support to a licensed nurse in caring for patients in a hospital, nursing home, or similar facility. In this role, you tend to the basic needs of the patient as directed by your attending nurse and help them with any additional tasks. The type of care that you provide to patients depends on the facility in which you work. As a care partner, your job duties include taking blood pressure measurements, checking body temperature, and monitoring pulse rates. You also assist patients with bathroom trips and recovery walks and administer medication.