Advanced Paramedic Free Standing Emergency Department PRN

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Advanced Paramedic for their Free Standing Emergency Department. The role involves performing patient care, initiating treatments, and ensuring efficient unit operations. Candidates should have relevant paramedic qualifications and experience. This is a PRN position requiring flexibility in shifts.

Benefits

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• One year ED or pre-hospital paramedic experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care under the direction of Charge nurse or physician.
• Initiates cardiac monitoring and performs venipuncture for testing.
• Transports patients to inpatient departments as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Education

Completion of a paramedic program

Valid State Licensure as a Paramedic

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Description - Advanced Paramedic Free Standing Emergency Department PRN (25018859)

Job Number:

25018859

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. You will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team, understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Days

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth North Pinellas

The role you’ll contribute:

The Advanced Paramedic III performs patient care under the direction of and as assigned by the Charge nurse, registered nurse, and/or physician or their designee. Performs general clinical, non-clinical, and clerical services necessary to expedite the efficient functioning of the nursing unit, consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures. Utilizes age-specific competencies in the care of all patient populations. Adheres to the AdventHealth corporate compliance plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and maintains respectful relationships with all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Attaches 12 lead EKGs and completes tests before giving strips to the physician on duty. Initiates cardiac monitoring and performs venipuncture for testing. Detects dysrhythmias and notifies the nurse or charge nurse of abnormalities. Initiates oxygen therapy as directed by RN or Physician.
• Inserts/removes IV lines as directed by RN.
• Transports unmonitored patients to inpatient departments as needed, transports stable monitored patients to PCU/med-tele, or accompanies RN to transport patients to specialty units.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Completion of a paramedic program
• Valid State Licensure as a Paramedic
• One year ED or pre-hospital paramedic experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course

Job

Job:

Emergency Services

Organization

Primary Location

Work Locations

Work Locations:

ADVENTHEALTH NORTH PINELLAS, 1395 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs, 34689

Operating Unit: AdventHealth Palm Harbor ER