Paramedic - Emergency - Casual/PRN

* Responds to patient needs promptly and courteously.* Obtains feedback from patients and visitors regarding their hospital experience.* Communicates patient issues to the appropriate staff. (RN/MD/Core/Mid-Levels)* Maintains a positive attitude while responding to requests in a timely and accurate manner.* Actively participates in report process.* Consistently performs correct patient identification.* Consistently collects the appropriate amount of specimen in the correct container for the specified tests.* Consistently labels all specimens with the required information.* Consistently transports specimen to the laboratory in a timely manner using appropriate transport procedures.* Accurately performs computer operations and record keeping pertaining to patient information and phlebotomy duties.* Consistently observes all safety regulations.* Consistently assists in maintaining of needed equipment (scales, thermometers, etc.)* Consistently assists in keeping unit as neat and tidy as possible.* Consistently distributes linen and supplies to patient rooms when needed.* Performs other duties as delegated and appropriate under the direction of the Service Leader and/or RN to include medication and blood pickup.* Consistently answers call lights within 3 minutes.* Right task (within the scope of practice, according to the job description, and based on the desired outcome, task routine, non-complex, low risk and predictable outcome.)* Right person (assess competency by certification/licensure, job description, skills checklist, demonstrated skill.)* Right communication (clear, concise, correct, complete.)* Right feedback: the Reciprocal Process (timely, specific, checkpoints.)* Able to competently perform technical skills independently.* Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame.* Initiate insertion of peripheral intravenous catheter & IO.* Administer IV fluids.* Administer oral/ IV/ IM injections per Medical Director's approval.* Administer aerosol treatments.* Assist with CPR as directed by primary RN to include chest compressions and ventilation.* Communicates effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level.* Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family.* Takes pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment.* Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.* Maintains competence in area of experience.* Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/ unit or organization.* Includes data from the patient/significant other(s) in the assessment as appropriate.* Prioritizes data collection according to patient's immediate needs.* Is familiar with, and follows, paramedic protocols and standards of care for their unit.* Uses current knowledge in paramedic practice based on standards and research literature.* High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.* Associate’s Degree in Paramedicine required* OR* Graduate of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) training program required* OR* Graduate of an Paramedic Program required.* Participate in mandatory in-services and continuing education programs as mandated by policies and procedures/external agencies and as directed by supervisor.* Minimum of 1 year of Paramedic experience preferred.* EMS-Paramedic providing service in the hospital is employed by or serving as a volunteer member of an Emergency Medical Service licensed by the Department.* Excellent interpersonal relations with patients, co-workers, physicians, and guests.* Respectable technical skills to assure patients safety. #J-18808-Ljbffr