Paramedic - ED, Nights, PRN - Midtown

Piedmont Healthcare Inc. • Columbus, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred
• LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees