PARAMEDIC - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - PRN

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PARAMEDIC - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - PRN','Part-time','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','prn','prn','0','0','Occasional','Occasional','ARKANSAS-HOT SPRINGS-CHI HOSPITAL HOT SPRINGS','','!*!JOB SUMMARY:
 
 In accordance with our mission and core values, this position is established to actively participate on the patient care team by providing basic bedside care including obtaining IV access via a peripheral, external jugular, or intra-osseous route, phlebotomy, administering ACLS/PALS medications and associated procedures in a code situation, administering IV crystalloid solutions per physician order, and obtaining EKGs as well as assisting patients with activities of daily living, under the direction of the RN.  Paramedics will also be allowed to perform tracheal intubation under the direction of the physician covering the ER.  There will be a skills lab every six months with a designated provider to maintain intubation competency. Teamwork is a vital component to this role as it ensures effective collaboration efforts in the Emergency Department.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 

TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURES


Performs treatments and patient care procedures.

Performs or assists ADLs according to Patient Plan of Care.

Performs or assists in procedures/treatments according to Nursing Policy and Procedure Manual.

Performs Phlebotomy, IV starts, and EKG as directed by RN

Administration of IV crystalloid fluids as ordered

Administration of ACLS/PALS medications and associated procedures in a code situation

Tracheal intubation as directed by the ER physician

Determines need for and properly implements safety measures for patients in a timely manner.

Responds to patient call lights and emergency lights in a timely manner.

Prepares patient for meals and snacks.  Offers assistance as needed.

Maintains a safe environment: follows OSHA requirements including Universal Precautions.
 
DOCUMENTING CARE


COMMUNICATION


Expresses appropriate communication to patient, families, and other customers.

Identifies self to others in a professional manner.

Adheres to dress code and maintains a professional image with the ID badge clearly displayed.

Offers assistance and provides directions to customers keeping a positive and courteous tone.

Determines need for and properly implements safety measures for patients in a timely manner.

Maintains a safe environment: follows OSHA requirements including Universal Precautions.

Notifies the RN of abnormal vital signs, I&Os, and changes in the patient condition.
Communicates effectively with team members.
 
 
 


PROVIDING CARE


Provides care according to developmental age.
Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary for the patient/customer appropriate to neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and/or older adult.
 


FLEXIBILITY


Demonstrates flexibility in accomplishing work tasks.

Adheres to time and attendance policy.

Available and accessible when on duty.

Leaves for and returns from inservices, meals, and breaks as scheduled.

Accepts changes in staffing and patient assignments.
 


EMERGENCY PROCEDURES/ENVIRONMENT OF CARE


Assists during emergency situations according to nursing and hospital policy. 

Maintains a safe workplace environment.

Functions appropriately in emergencies according to assigned responsibilities and hospital policy.Provides safety boundaries for patient at risk for violence','!*! 
Education: High School diploma, GED, Metropolitan Test or equivalent; Certified Paramedic (State and National Registry)
 
Experience: Area specific and Designated ED Medical Director  
 
Physical Requirements: Must possess ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, ability to lift 50 lbs./transfer patients and equipment.  Pulling, pushing, and reaching will be required in the day-to-day operation. Must possess ability to see, hear, smell, and speak.  The individual in this position will be exposed to inside/outside environmental conditions.  There is also potential for exposure to respiratory hazards, blood borne pathogens, chemical hazards, and body fluids.  For positions in the ED: Ability to physically restrain, de-escalate and protect patients, staff, visitors, etc. when necessary utilizing training techniques.
 
 
Skills: Must possess demonstrated communication skills, excellent customer service skills and ability to deal effectively with multi-disciplinary team members/patients/significant others and physicians.
 ','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2018-R0144829','CHI St. Vincent','PARAMEDIC - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - PRN

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