LifeFlight Ground, Paramedic PRN - Wilson Co.

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, VUMC is a community of individuals who work each day with the aim of changing the world. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive and be celebrated. The mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization LifeFlight Wilson Ground Job Summary Independently works off assessment skills to activate patient care protocols to deliver patient care within the Tennessee paramedic scope of practice within the defined Vanderbilt paramedic scope of practice. Responsible for triage care in the field as well as the Emergency Department. Responsible for effective communication to ensure safe and quality patient care in paramedic team, transport and handover. Key Responsibilities Actively participates with other members of the healthcare team to provide direct patient care. Transports patients via various modes of transportation while providing quality ALS and Critical Care management to all ages. Responds to emergency requests within Vanderbilt, Vanderbilt sponsored or other contracted events. Utilizes the problem solving model to independently resolve patient problems and follow through with HCT to implement solutions. Identifies patient and unit problems and finds solutions to resolve problems and follows through to implement solutions. Effectively communicates patient handover to the health care team. Technical Capabilities Assessing, Intervening & Stabilizing Patients (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate assessing, intervening and stabilizing patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments. Medication Management (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully manage medication regimes, conduct comprehensive assessments and review medication history in detail. Critical Thinking (Novice): Displays clarity, accuracy, precision, consistency, relevance, and sound evidence in completing tasks and projects. Airway Establishing (Novice): Demonstrates fundamental proficiency in establishing airway in moderate difficulty tasks. Ventilator Management (Novice): Demonstrates fundamental proficiency in ventilator management in moderate difficulty tasks. Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Performs routine tasks that may impact team performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Utilizes discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedures that apply to the job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co‑workers. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others – Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities. Builds and Maintains Relationships – Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. Communicates Effectively – Opens and shares information with others in a clear and courteous manner. Serves Others with Compassion – Invests time to understand the problems and needs of others and how to provide excellent service. Solves Complex Problems – Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises concerns in a timely manner. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support – Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Performs Excellent Work – Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements – Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions. Manages Resources Effectively – Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high‑quality work/service. Fosters Innovation – Generates new ideas, proposes and accepts initiatives that impact day‑to‑day operations. Applies Technology – Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change – Embraces changes by keeping an open mind and incorporating change instructions into own area of work. Position Qualifications Responsibilities LIC-Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic - Licensure-Others, LIC-Tennessee Driver’s License - F Endorsement - Tennessee Relevant Work Experience Experience Level Less than 1 year Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vanderbilt University Medical Center