Paramedic - ED, Evenings, PRN - Northside

Overview

The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.

• Facilitate age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care; maintain a safe environment; educate patients and families; collect information; communicate effectively; and utilize technology.
• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and tasks.
• Serve in the role of Paramedic Nurse Extender, including patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.

• Education:
  
  H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Work Experience:
  
  1 Year Of Experience As a Paramedic Preferred
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia, National Registry Preferred
• BLS Certification Required
• Additional Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  ALS/ACLS and PALS (Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Required
• Experienced Emergency Department Paramedics will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification Required
• Business Unit:
  Piedmont Columbus Northside