Paramedic Part-Time Overnight-Emergency Department-Lutheran

UnityPoint Health•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview The Paramedic is responsible for the delivery of safe and reliable patient care, in coordination with the healthcare team. The primary role of the Paramedic is the execution of providing required care and evaluation of the care given. Responsibilities include assessment, differential diagnosis related to focus problem areas, planning, implementation and evaluation of care given. Performance of these responsibilities requires specialized knowledge, critical thinking and skills based on principles of psychological, social, physical and biological sciences that utilize the paramedic scope of practice. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program . Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family . With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Paramedic program.
Minimum of 6 months paramedic level experience.
Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
Possess current PM licensure in the State of Iowa.
BLS, ACLS, according to the standards of AHA.
PALS will be successfully obtained within 6 months of hire.
TNCC will be successfully completed within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Previous Emergency Department experience preferred

Responsibilities

In collaboration with other members of the emergency department team, assumes primary responsibility for the plan of care for a patient or group of patients, per unit standards and care required for the specified patient population.
Effectively delegates tasks and responsibilities to other health care team members and assumes responsibility for follow-up and collaboration.
Performs admission assessment process per specific department standards to include patient history, physical, and psycho-social assessment.
Utilizes physical assessment data, diagnostic data (lab, radiology, diagnostic testing), pharmacological information and patient/family perceptions related to focus problem areas and identifying goals of care.
Implements the plan of care according to current standards of nursing practice, evidence-based practice, and hospital protocol/procedures.
Maintain ED equipment and supplies in state of readiness.
Presents positive image of the Emergency Department and UPHDM.
Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.
Partners with healthcare team to achieve the patient care outcomes and goals of care.
Administers medications and treatments within scope of practice.