Critical Care Paramedic

Critical Care Paramedic

Newport News, VA 23607

Overview

Position Type Lifecare Medical Transports Category Paramedic / CC Paramedic

Description

* $15,000 sign on bonus for Day shift position with 2-year Full Time employment commitment

* $25,000 sign on bonus for Night shift position with 2-year Full Time employment commitment

Critical Care Paramedic will provide care and treatment of chronically or acutely ill and/or injured patients. Will work together with a team to adhere to the standards of care established by the protocols for the Critical Care Division, the Critical Care Paramedic will work hand in hand with our Critical Care Nurses to provide superior patient care in the ground transport environment.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the patient and family, provides evidence-based professional patient care and coordinates care delivery with other members of the healthcare team

May be required to drive the ambulance to relieve the primary driver during trips with no patient onboard or to accommodate dynamic staffing needs

Administers and maintains pharmacologic agents and intravenous fluids during inter hospital transports

Operate and maintain proficiency with all equipment to in include cardiac monitors, ventilators, hi-flow, and IV pumps

Assists the EMT/Driver in maintaining unit readiness and ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels for supplies used in the ambulance

Based on assessment of physical, emotional, bio-physical, and spiritual needs, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes

Incorporates the principles of patient-centered care

Collaborates with online medical control physicians to manage the patient care of complex patients in transport

Communicates patients clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format

Clearly and accurately documents pertinent information in the patients medical record

Consistently demonstrates effective documentation practices and develops strategies to ensure complete documentation of patient care

Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations

Ensures safe operations during ambulance related activities in coordination with the Emergency Vehicle Operator

Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families

Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements: High School Diploma required

Completion of an accredited paramedic program

Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation

3-5 years Experience as a Paramedic in a high acuity, high volume EMS system. Prefer Critical Care experience.

Virginia Paramedic preferred or National Registry Paramedic w/ VA Paramedic obtained by completion of orientation.

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Advanced Life Support (ACLS) current by completion of orientation

BLS - Basic Life Support Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) current by completion of orientation

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) current by completion of orientation

CCP-C - Critical Care Paramedic - Certified preferred or obtains specialty certification within 18 months (CCP, FP-C)

Unrestricted Drivers License with clean driving history, and must maintain a good driving record

Ability to lift, carry, and balance a minimum of 125 pounds equally distributed and 250 pounds with assistance, to a height of 33 inches and a distance of 10 feet

Demonstrated high level of clinical competence

Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication

Basic math skills