Paramedic - Emergency Department (ED) - Mary Immaculate Hospital

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Bon Secours   As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.   Paramedic – Mary Immaculate Hospital Job Summary:   Paramedic provides direct patient care under the guidance of a RN or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.   Essential Functions:   Provides basic patient care and tasks to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECG’s, basic wound care, and other unit-based specialty duties under the direction of an RN or Physician based on state and market guidelines.   Performs the ED Tech Advanced role, which includes additional patient care and tasks including, but not limited to colostomy care, IV insertion, IV removal and IV site care, transport on monitor, identifies need and initiates CPR, foley catheter placement, identifies patients in crises or decline and alerts RN for further assessments, and other unit-based specialty duties base on state and department guidelines under the direction of an RN.   Completes patient rounding as assigned.   Assists with giving patient instructions and discharge, Administers medication in a safe manner consistent with the State Scope of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health Policies and Procedures per market guidelines.   Completes patient rounding as assigned.   Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.   Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.   Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's families, community providers, visitors, and employees.   Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.   Participates in handoff report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.   Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.   Collects data, within scope.   Completes patient screenings as applicable.   Promotes quality and safety by seeking to continually improve the processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.   Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem solve, and be able to resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.   Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.   This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.   Education:   High School Diploma or GED (required)   Successful completion of a Paramedic program at the certificate or associates degree level (required)   Licensing/Certification:   BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support and PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire) Current paramedic-level certification (required)   Experience:   1 Year Paramedic (required)   2-3 Year Paramedic experience (preferred)   Skills & Abilities:   Computer Literacy   Monitor patient conditions during treatment   Inform medical professional regarding patient conditions and care   Record patients’ medical history   Sterile Field step   CPR   Straight Urine Catheterization   Ear Irrigation   Patient positioning   Patient transport   Customer service   Patient care   Phlebotomy   Perform EKG   Splinting   Wound care   Obtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressure   Attention to detail   Problem solving   Working independently   Working under pressure   Critical thinking   Communication   Teamwork   Conflict resolution   Active listening   Relationship building   Empathy   Morgan Lens Irrigation   Bladder irrigation   Yank Auer suctioning   Colostomy care   IV insertion   IV removal    IV site care   Transport on monitor   Foley catheter placement   Basic airway management   Cardiac monitor strip interpretation all rhythms per scope of practice and defibrillation   Training: None   Range: Minimum: $23.20 Maximum: $35.97 Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: Emergency Department - Mary Immaculate - Emergency Room It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). According