Nursing Paramedic

JOB SUMMARY: The Licensed Paramedic is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Licensed Paramedic is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients; He/She communicates with the Charge RN and physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state Paramedic license.
2. Minimum of one year of previous paramedic experience, preferred.
3. Must be clinically competent in arrhythmia interpretation.
4. Current BLS certificate upon hire or obtain within 30 days.
5. Current ACLS certificate upon hire or within 60 days of hire.
6. Current PALS certificate upon hire or within 90 days of hire.
7. Behavioral violence prevention certification upon hire or within 30 days.