Paramedic PRN

Paramedic PRN

At Mercy One, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Mercy One Elkader Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. Mercy One is committed to providing quality, personalized, and safe health care close to home.

The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. Mercy One Elkader Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Join the Mercy One Family! We are looking to hire a Paramedic PRN.

As a Paramedic PRN at Mercy One, you will respond to 911 calls and interfacility and tiered transfer requests, providing direct patient care within the Central Ambulance service-area. Under general supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care within CCH's Emergency Department. Initiate and provide care within the scope of practice as defined by law providing emergency care to a wide range of patients including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.

Schedule:

• Varies as PRN and Calls

General Requirements:

• Provide direct patient care in both the pre-hospital and hospital setting.
• Cover on-call hours as directed and per departmental need.

Education:

• Licensed State of Iowa Paramedic (required), must maintain active licensure.
• Complete required continuing education every two years to maintain current certification status.
• Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS

Colleagues of Mercy One Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.