RN - ED, Nights

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.

• Under supervision of RN/Physician, facilitate age-appropriate, culturally competent care; maintain a safe environment; educate patients and families; collect information; communicate effectively; and utilize technology.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health care services and tasks.
• Serve as Paramedic Nurse Extender, including patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and oversight of unlicensed personnel.

• Minimum
  
  Education Required:
  
  High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience
  
  Required:
  
  None
• Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law: Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia required;
  National Registry preferred
• Additional Qualifications: BLS. Must be ACLS certified, or be able to become certified immediately.

Business Unit:
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital