Paramedic - St. Charles Parish EMS - PRN

Ochsner Health • Luling, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This job communicates effectively with co-workers, patients, family, and visitors. Provides a safe work environment for the patient and performs all functions as delegated by the staff Registered Nurse, and/or via written protocol, as approved by the Medical Director or Staff MD. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

Requirements

• Graduate from accredited paramedic program with a license to practice in the State of Louisiana
• 4 years current paramedic field care experience
• National Registry license to practice in the State of Mississippi
• CPR Healthcare Provider Certification
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to and experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
• Ability to and experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior air medical transport experience
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with and under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to provide for the delivery of patient care through the use of the nursing process.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Provides customer service to patients, families and staff.
• Adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner.
• Participates in activities for professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree