ED Paramedic PRN

Wellstar Health System•Dallas, GA

About The Position

The Emergency Department Paramedic is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary care team and supports treatment in the hospital emergency department. Working with a Registered Nurse who directs the plan of care, team goals, and performance, the paramedic assists with patient care in accordance with Georgia law, hospital-specific duties, and the Georgia paramedic scope of practice. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other team members to promote and restore patients’ health and support patients, families, and significant others. The paramedic is expected to hold a Georgia paramedic license and national registry certification, uphold patient needs and system policies, and support service excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited paramedic program and associated clinical hours.
Georgia paramedic license and national registry certification for paramedics.
Current ACLS (or accepted listed equivalent), BLS (or accepted listed equivalent), and PALS (or accepted listed equivalent) certifications upon hire.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Basic computer skills and ability to use technology to support clinical care.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies decisively, calmly, and respectfully.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to provide evidence-based care and use analytical and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of paramedic experience in the field or a hospital setting.
Education in a general or related field.

Responsibilities

Assist medical and nursing staff with the care and treatment of emergency patients.
Greet and interview patients during intake and enter pertinent medical information into the computer system.
Perform or assist with diagnostic tests and procedures, including EKGs, cardiac monitoring, venipuncture, point-of-care testing, wound care, and application of orthopedic devices, splints, and casts.
Perform functions delegated by the RN, including initiating IVs, administering oral, IM, and some IV medications, glucose monitoring, and ISTAT testing.
Transport patients to the ICU and transport and monitor critical patients.
Assist with patient flow in the emergency department.
Perform command center technician and monitor technician duties.
Receive EMS patients and collect data to assist the RN with initial triage and assessment.
Assist with patient and family education.
Respond as assigned to Trauma Alert, Code Fast, and STEMI Alerts.
Ensure rooms are ready for patients, stock patient care rooms, and clean rooms between patients in accordance with infection control policies.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.