Paramedic - Emergency Department, Evenings

Overview:

Location:

Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Shift: Evenings (3p-3a);
Weekends & Holidays Required
Status:
Full-time
Department:
Emergency

Responsibilities:
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.

Qualifications:

Education
H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
1 year of experience as a Paramedic with high volume 911 experience.
Licenses and Certifications
BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
ACLS Upon Hire Required and
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required
LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred
Business Unit :
Company Name:
Piedmont Fayette Hospital