EH - Paramedic ED

Exeter Hospital • Exeter, NH

55d

About The Position

Staffs the Emergency Department, as an actively participating patient care provider. May take on a full patient assignment in collaboration with RN.

Requirements

• HS or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Nationally Registered Paramedic
• NH state Paramedic license within 30 days of hire
• CPR certified on hire; ACLS/PALS within 30 days

Responsibilities

• Performs as part of the patient care delivery team in the emergency Department, accepting a full patient assignment in collaboration with RN.
• Works collaboratively with all other patient care team members with responsibilities to include; cardiac monitoring, O2 therapy, airway management, EKGs, phlebotomy, IV therapy medication administration, splinting, crutch fitting, suture setup and vital sign measurement.
• Performs patient assessments, treatments and discharge of patients presenting to the ED.
• Completes required paperwork and documents all patient care activities in the patients' electronic medical records, ensuring accuracy of the record.
• Monitors the medical condition of patients and documents and reports changes to appropriate personnel.
• Functions as part of the Code team in the emergency department. Performs CPR, ACLS and PALS.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of all Emergency Department equipment. Assists in checking and maintaining supplies in the ED.
• Functions as a clinical preceptor for new staff and students.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the State of NH EMS protocols.
• Performs additional duties and tasks as trained.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees