Emergency Department Advanced EMT PRN - Bedford

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Shelbyville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading institution dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. VUMC fosters a collaborative environment where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. Employees are part of something larger than themselves, take pride in their work, and strive for excellence. The Emergency Services department is seeking an Advanced EMT to independently activate patient care protocols within their scope of practice, adhering to Tennessee state and LifeFlight guidelines. This role requires maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and ensuring effective communication for safe, quality patient care.

Requirements

LIC-Emergency Medical Technician Advanced - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year experience
High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Nice To Haves

Emergency Management (Novice)
Drug Interactions (Novice)
Assessing, Intervening & Stabilizing Patients (Novice)
Critical Thinking (Novice)
Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Responsibilities

Independently works off assessment skills to activate patient care protocols to deliver patient care within his/her full scope of practice as defined by the state of Tennessee and LifeFlight's scope of practice.
Maintains compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsible for effective communication to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Complete documentation of transports/patient care performed using Vanderbilt and Unit specific compliance policy.
Communicate/collaborates effectively to meet patient needs.