Paramedic - Emergency Department, Evenings

Overview: Location: Piedmont Fayette HospitalShift: Evenings (3p-3a); Weekends & Holidays RequiredStatus: Full-timeDepartment: EmergencyResponsibilities: 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: EducationH.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) RequiredWork Experience1 year of experience as a Paramedic with high volume 911 experience.Licenses and CertificationsBCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required andACLS Upon Hire Required andPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days RequiredLP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry PreferredBusiness Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Overview: Location: Piedmont Fayette HospitalShift: Evenings (3p-3a); Weekends & Holidays RequiredStatus: Full-timeDepartment: EmergencyResponsibilities: 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: EducationH.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) RequiredWork Experience1 year of experience as a Paramedic with high volume 911 experience.Licenses and CertificationsBCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required andACLS Upon Hire Required andPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days RequiredLP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry PreferredBusiness Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Fayette Hospital

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