Paramedic Education Lead-Emergency Department

Hourly Pay Range $32.60 - $48.90 (The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.) Position Highlights Position: Lead Paramedic Education Location: Edward Hospital Full-Time: 40 hours per week Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. What you will need License: Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic license required Valid Illinois driver's license required for off-site responsibilities Education: Associates degree required; bachelor's degree preferred Certification Required: Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association Preferred certifications include Illinois Lead Instructor License ACLS Instructor PALS Instructor PHTLS/ITLS Instructor (based on discipline) Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Emergency Communications Registered Nurse (ECRN) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) / PEPP Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) / International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Experience Minimum of two years' recent Emergency Department and/or EMS experience required Previous experience teaching healthcare-related content, skills instruction, and learner remediation preferred Knowledge of instructional methods, curriculum development, and adult learning principles What will you do Coordinates all aspects of training for students enrolled in the Paramedic Education Program including but not limited to: entry applications; basic requirements; notification of acceptances or declinations; preparation, speaker coordination, instruction, updating and scoring knowledge evaluation tools; appropriate room and equipment availability; and coordination with College of DuPage (COD). Maintains and revises the Paramedic Education Manual policies and procedures and enforces compliance. Monitors, evaluates and counsels student progress by tracking attendance, reviewing clinical rotations and field internship experiences, and providing feedback and recommendations for dismissal when appropriate. Assures documentation of grades, performance/behavioral issues and any counseling are timely and thorough. Assures that student academic records are maintained consistently with IDPH, Edward Hospital legal requirements and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and as amended. Communicates grades to COD as required. Assures that all proctors, preceptors and guest speakers have signed service agreements and any required paperwork on file and have evaluations of their performance. Assures that field preceptors are trained to carry out their responsibilities for their students; monitors field experiences through evaluation of paperwork, field visits, and discussions with students and preceptors. Recommends changes in any of the above. Prepares an annual budget for the Paramedic Education Program for approval. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in EMS by reading appropriate professional journals; membership in professional organizations; attending EH EMS System, EMS Region 8, IDPH and national meetings as appropriate. Participates in the EMS Region 8 Education Committee. Serves as liaison with COD regarding clinical experiences at Edward Hospital for EMT-B students including assuring that they meet dress code and behavioral expectations. Uses information technologies, didactic and psychomotor materials skillfully to support the teaching-learning process. Using a variety of strategies, assures that the Paramedic Education Program fosters integrity; respect for patients and colleagues; an appropriate climate for learning; the concept of lifelong learning; and critical thinking skills. Participates in all aspects of the EHEMSS program as required. Benefits Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities EEO Statement EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr NorthShore University HealthSystem