Paramedic - Ascension ED PRN

Overview

Paramedic - Ascension ED PRN at Baton Rouge General Medical Center

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• Administers patient care to patients in the Emergency Department.
• Functions in uncommon situations with awareness of stress response and personal well-being.
• Understands body substance isolation and medical-legal principles in emergency care.
• Responds to emergent care calmly, efficiently, and promptly.
• Administers immediate, advanced life support in emergency department environments in accordance with laws, regulations, and standards.
• Assesses nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
• Performs emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures (e.g., starting IVs, applying splints, cardiac monitoring, bloodwork, equipment management).
• Manages advanced airway techniques and ventilation equipment.
• Treats cardiac dysrhythmias with EKG interpretation and use of monitoring with capabilities for pacing, cardioversion, and defibrillation per policies.
• Administers medications via appropriate routes under standing orders or medical direction.
• Provides and manages care for traumatic injuries using basic and advanced equipment.
• Works under physician supervision, adheres to protocols, and assists other medical staff as needed.
• Documents and maintains accurate patient records of medical history and treatments.
• Represents the organization while on duty at public events and performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

Required:

1 year of experience as a paramedic

Education
High School Diploma or GED
Graduation from an approved paramedic program

Certifications & Licensure

Required:

State of Louisiana Paramedic License;
Crisis Prevention training within 6 months of hire; ACLS; PALS within 6 months of hire; NRP within 6 months of hire; MOAB within 6 months of hire
Preferred:
Nationally Certified Paramedic

Special Skills or Knowledge
Physically capable of performing job; able to understand and carry out instructions; able to transport materials; dependable and motivated to complete duties without constant supervision; excellent communication skills with diverse patient populations

HIPAA & Safety
HIPAA:
Maintains knowledge and adherence to applicable HIPAA regulations related to medical records, patient information, and related data. Safety:
Adheres to safety practices including incident reporting, waste handling, PPE, exposure control, hand hygiene, and patient safety policies.

Everyday Excellence Values:
Demonstrates courtesy, initiative, teamwork, respect for privacy, keeps customers informed.

Corporate Compliance:
Adheres to Code of Conduct, conflicts guidelines, and compliance standards; maintains accurate records and professional relationships.

Personal Achievement:
Demonstrates initiative and ethical conduct; achieves work goals and maintains high standards.

Performance Improvement:
Participates in quality improvement, uses resources effectively, and contributes ideas for process improvements.

Cost Management:
Manages time and resources efficiently; seeks resource-saving practices.

Patient & Employee Safety:
Prioritizes safety, reports errors or potential injuries, and adheres to safety standards.

• Seniority level
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  Entry level
• Employment type
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  Other
• Job function
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  Health Care Provider
• Industries
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  Hospitals and Health Care