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Summary
Paramedic Opportunity At Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System has an opportunity for you to join our team!
A Joint Commission accredited hospital, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System serves the patients of south-central Tennessee with two locations (Winchester and Sewanee).
Situated at the foot of Sewanee Mountain, in southern Middle Tennessee, the city of Winchester offers the best in small-town living while offering quick access to other major cities such as Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. Winchester has a host of top rated schools, both public and private. Its economy is strong and steadily growing thanks to major employers such as Nissan and Arnold Engineering. Noted as a great place for outdoor recreation, Winchester's beautiful Tims Ford Lake offers visitors an opportunity for year-round fishing, hiking, and camping. If golfing is more your style, you can enjoy The Bear Trace at Times Ford. This 6,790-yard golf course designed by The Golden Bear, Mr. Jack Nicklaus, has been named as one of the "Top Ten Places You Can Play" by Golf Magazine. And just down the road from Winchester, you'll find Lynchburg, TN. Home to another favorite tourist destination, the nation's oldest registered distillery, Jack Daniels.
Job Summary
The Paramedic in the Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. He/she applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. The Paramedic must possess good communication skills and must be able to effectively communicate with physicians, peers, patients and families. He/she works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure quality care is delivered.
Minimum Education
Proof of completion of Paramedic program of study.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
- Must have current BLS/CPR certification.
- Must have ACLS certification
- Must obtain PALS certification within 1 year of hire
- Must obtain NRP (for Full time Status) within 1 year of hire
- Must obtain Handle With Care certification within 6 months of hire
- Pass medication competency exam prior to medication administration
- Proven competency for Intubation.
Licenses:
- Current and active Paramedic licensure for the State of Tennessee.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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Job Description
Paramedic Opportunity At Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System has an opportunity for you to join our team!
A Joint Commission accredited hospital, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System serves the patients of south-central Tennessee with two locations (Winchester and Sewanee).
Situated at the foot of Sewanee Mountain, in southern Middle Tennessee, the city of Winchester offers the best in small-town living while offering quick access to other major cities such as Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. Winchester has a host of top rated schools, both public and private. Its economy is strong and steadily growing thanks to major employers such as Nissan and Arnold Engineering. Noted as a great place for outdoor recreation, Winchester's beautiful Tims Ford Lake offers visitors an opportunity for year-round fishing, hiking, and camping. If golfing is more your style, you can enjoy The Bear Trace at Times Ford. This 6,790-yard golf course designed by The Golden Bear, Mr. Jack Nicklaus, has been named as one of the "Top Ten Places You Can Play" by Golf Magazine. And just down the road from Winchester, you'll find Lynchburg, TN. Home to another favorite tourist destination, the nation's oldest registered distillery, Jack Daniels.
Job Summary
The Paramedic in the Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. He/she applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. The Paramedic must possess good communication skills and must be able to effectively communicate with physicians, peers, patients and families. He/she works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure quality care is delivered.
Minimum Education
Proof of completion of Paramedic program of study.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
- Must have current BLS/CPR certification.
- Must have ACLS certification
- Must obtain PALS certification within 1 year of hire
- Must obtain NRP (for Full time Status) within 1 year of hire
- Must obtain Handle With Care certification within 6 months of hire
- Pass medication competency exam prior to medication administration
- Proven competency for Intubation.
Licenses:
- Current and active Paramedic licensure for the State of Tennessee.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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