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.
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