Paramedic - Emergency Dept, Days
@ Piedmont HealthcareParamedic - Emergency Dept, Days
About the job
Join Piedmont Walton Hospital as a Paramedic in the Emergency Department. Provide culturally sensitive patient care, assist in assessments, and support health services in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- H.S
- Diploma or GED
- 1 year paramedic experience preferred
Qualifications
- BCLS, ACLS certifications required
- PALS within 6 months
- Licensed Paramedic in Georgia
- Current certification as a Paramedic in Georgia
Full job description
Overview:
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Responsibilities:
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Qualifications:
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
- 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
- ACLS Upon Hire Required and
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required and
- LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia Upon Hire Required
- LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the National Registry Preferred