Paramedic - ED - Midtown

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 tasks. The Paramedic Nurse Extender also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel. 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 Utilizing technology Participating in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health care services Providing patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and oversight of unlicensed personnel Qualifications Education H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required Work Experience 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required upon hire ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required upon hire PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required; paramedics new to the specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date (within 120 days) LP - Licensed Paramedic; current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry preferred Business Unit Piedmont Columbus Midtown #J-18808-Ljbffr Piedmont Healthcare