Paramedic - Emergency Department

Fisher-Titus Medical Center•Norwalk, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Staff Nurse (RN) and according to established policies and procedures, performs patient care activities to assist health care providers in performing various technical and clerical procedures in the patient care area. The paramedic assists with the activities of the nursing staff, the patient, the physician, other hospital departments, and visitors.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent required.
EMT-P Certification required.
CPR certification required. BLS is expected at renewal.
Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.
Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty.
Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.
Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.
Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.
Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
2 Years of Paramedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide patient care under the direct supervision of the RN.
Accurately obtain and record patient specific data.
Utilizes service recovery techniques when appropriate and escalates patient/visitor issues when necessary.
Demonstrates safety while lifting, transferring, transporting, and discharging patients.
IV establishment and maintenance.
Demonstrates competency in device usage.
Demonstrates competency in the skills of point of care testing.
Completes tasks delegated by the RN.
Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Assists POCT in completing required paperwork and documentation prior to the end of every shift.
Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.
Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the emergency department, as define in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.
Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.
Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time
Engages in active listening skills
Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
Uses key words at key times
Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques
Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time
Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care
Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time
Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something
Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time
Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
Engages in practices that will continually improve processes