Paramedic - Medic 3 Nights Rotation - Position 2 - 7P-7A

Inspira Health•Sewell, NJ

About The Position

Provides prehospital Advanced Life Support (ALS) to people experiencing sudden illness or injury in designated EMS service areas and provides mutual aid when requested by adjacent ALS services. Provides care appropriate to patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatrics, in ALS and Critical Care environments. Applies knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, assesses patient-status data, and interprets information to identify age-specific care needs. Performs ALS care according to applicable Department of Transportation, American Heart Association, American College of Surgeons, New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services, and EMS Department standards and policies. Performs basic life support skills as required under New Jersey regulations. Works safely, reports hazards and equipment problems, and maintains a clean and orderly work area. Uses time effectively, completes work accurately, adapts to change, and prioritizes work to support quality outcomes and productivity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current New Jersey Paramedic certification, or eligibility for certification through reciprocity as recognized by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Valid New Jersey driver's license in accordance with Inspira Health's Fleet Safety ADM.291IHN.
Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association only).
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (American Heart Association only).
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher.
1–3 years of work experience.
Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or International Trauma Life Support certification.
CCEMT-P (Critical Care Emergency Transport Paramedic) certification through CAPCE or University of Maryland UMBC.
CCP-C (Critical Care Paramedic Certified) certification through IBSC.
FP-C (Flight Paramedic Certified) certification through IBSC.

Responsibilities

Provide prehospital ALS to patients with sudden illness or injury in designated service areas.
Provide appropriate mutual aid assistance when requested by adjacent ALS services.
Provide age-appropriate care to patients from neonates through geriatrics in ALS and Critical Care environments.
Assess patient-status data and identify care requirements specific to each patient's age and developmental needs.
Provide ALS care in accordance with applicable national, professional, New Jersey regulatory, and EMS department standards and policies.
Perform basic life support skills as required under N.J.A.C. 8:40.
Follow organizational safety rules and practices; report unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, safety violations, and problems or damage to a supervisor, and take appropriate action.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Use time effectively, complete work accurately, remain flexible, identify priorities, and plan work to maximize productivity and quality outcomes.