Paramedic Emergency Department Nights - Shawnee Mission

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic assists licensed clinical staff in providing safe, effective patient care in the Emergency Department. The role provides patient care and clinical support within the scope of paramedic training, certification, applicable protocols, and regulatory requirements. The Paramedic assists with emergency patient assessment, treatment, monitoring, specimen collection, transport, and documentation as directed, and supports patient flow by preparing rooms, stocking supplies, transporting patients, and assisting with procedures as appropriate. The position communicates with patients, families, emergency responders, and healthcare team members; maintains a clean, safe, and ready work environment in accordance with infection prevention, safety, and departmental standards; and accurately and promptly documents care activities, observations, and interventions. It also delivers compassionate customer service and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Kansas Licensed Paramedic (PARA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Ability to assess, treat, and care for patients to the level of certification.
Ability to maintain a professional, calm presence and react effectively in critical situations.
Ability to determine the nature of patient conditions and assess whether patients have pre-existing medical conditions.
Ability to identify and treat life-threatening conditions within the paramedic's field of practice.
Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
Knowledge of how to identify patient acuity levels.
Ability to utilize and adapt to technology, computer systems, and applications.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced, high-patient-volume environment.
Strong critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
At least 1 year of related work experience.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) FEMA training.

Responsibilities

Assist licensed clinical staff in providing safe, effective Emergency Department patient care.
Provide patient care and clinical support within paramedic training, certification, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with emergency patient assessment, treatment, monitoring, specimen collection, transport, and documentation as directed.
Support patient flow by preparing rooms, stocking supplies, transporting patients, and assisting with procedures as appropriate.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, emergency responders, and healthcare team members.
Maintain a clean, safe, and ready work environment while following infection prevention, safety, and departmental standards.
Document patient care activities, observations, and interventions accurately and timely.
Deliver compassionate customer service to patients and families.
Perform other duties as assigned.