Paramedic - Emergency Room, Variable Shifts
@ Piedmont HealthcareParamedic - Emergency Room, Variable Shifts
About the job
Piedmont Cartersville seeks a Paramedic to provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care, education, and support in emergency settings. Responsibilities include assessment, advocacy, and oversight of unlicensed personnel, under RN or physician supervision.
Requirements
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification within 6 months
- Georgia Paramedic license
- 1 year paramedic experience preferred
Qualifications
- H.S
- Diploma or GED
- Current Georgia Paramedic license
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work variable shifts
Full job description
Overview:
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Responsibilities:
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Qualifications:
Education
H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
ACLS Upon Hire Required and
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required
LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred