Paramedic - Emergency Department ED - PRN Shift Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System•Gainesville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves administering direct patient care to patients of all ages in the Emergency or Stress lab department. In the Emergency Department, care is provided under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. For Paramedics working in the Stress Lab in a non-acute care setting, supervision will be provided by the Stress Lab supervising physician. The role encompasses caring for neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Clinical duties must be performed in accordance with the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Requirements

Active State of Georgia Paramedic license.
High School Diploma or GED.
Good clinical skills and knowledge
Ability to work in a changing fast pace environment
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting (physicians, nurses, technical staff)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in patient care setting as a trained paramedic.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates ability to rapidly identify a life-threatening emergency and secure support as needed.
Participates in the care of patient's physical and emotional needs and communicates findings to appropriate health care provider.
Administers and documents medication according to established policy & procedure.
Demonstrates competency and proficiency in providing appropriately designated care to patients under the supervision of an acute care RN.
Reports vital signs and patient updated documentation as appropriate on all assigned patients.
Documents interventions and completes delegated tasks as per physician order under the direction of the RN, in the acute care setting.
Assures discharge vital signs and reports any change of condition to the RN within 30 minutes prior to discharge.
Completes area supply and equipment list as assigned.
Maintains a positive public relations image as caring, courteous, attentive and efficient.
Controls noise related to staff talk/laughter in the department and patient rooms.
Expedites patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to decrease length of wait as per RN delegation.
Anticipates patient care requirements and takes action as per their scope of practice to minimize treatment delays.
Updates the patient/family frequently with information related to patient progress and waiting times.
Maintains a cooperative work environment through the use of effective communication skills.
Stays informed of shift activities and attends staff meetings.
Abides by the Patient Safety Standard Guidelines.
Maintains a safe, comfortable, clean and therapeutic environment.