Advanced Paramedic

Job Summary And Qualifications The Advanced Paramedic provides direct patient care, within the scope of the Paramedic/EMT Practice Act and under the direction of the Registered Nurse, in the Emergency Department. As an ER Advanced Paramedic, you perform a variety of functions for patients requiring urgent or emergency attention. Responsibilities You will assist with obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non‑invasive blood pressure monitoring systems. You will assist with other technical functions such as obtaining 12‑lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV and heparin/saline locks, and maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis. You will assist with patient care and treatments including positioning patients, application of sterile dressings, immobilization of extremities, cast and splint applications. You will complete basic psychomotor skills and activities related to care. You will assist with wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes. You will report and document vital signs, test results, procedures and pertinent data in a concise and timely manner. You will clean and stock carts, rooms, and change linen as required. You will provide written instructions and/or educational materials to patients and family members. Qualifications Current licensure in the State as a Paramedic. EMT‑P required. Emergency Medical Paramedic (EMP). Minimum 2 years of experience as a field Paramedic with an EMS agency and/or clinical experience working in a hospital. Advanced Cardiac Life Support, or ACLS Instructor must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date. Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support, or PALS Instructor must be obtained within 1 year of employment start date. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with a nursing college. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Overland Park Regional Medical Center