Community Paramedic / Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN)

Wabash General Hospital; Mount Carmel (IL); In loco; USD 39.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

Wellness Programs

Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Wabash General Hospital in Mount Carmel, IL is seeking a Community Paramedic / Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) to provide advanced out-of-hospital care, conduct in-home assessments, and coordinate care across EMS, primary care, and hospital teams.

This role operates under established protocols to reduce avoidable hospital visits, improve access to services, and support population health initiatives, with opportunities for flexible scheduling and involvement in community health programs.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited Paramedic Program or an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
• Community Paramedic Certification preferred or obtained within designated timeframe.
• Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Illinois Licensed Paramedic and/or Illinois Registered Nurse License.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification; Valid Driver's License.

Mansioni

• Provide advanced in-home patient assessments, medication reconciliation, and patient education to promote self-management.
• Identify social determinants of health and connect patients with community resources and support services.
• Coordinate with EMS, primary care, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the EHR; participate in performance improvement activities.

Conoscenze

EMS Experience

Nursing License

PHRN Certification

Care Coordination

Formazione

Associate Degree in Nursing

Illinois RN License

Illinois Paramedic License

Descrizione del lavoro

Community Paramedic / Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN)

Job Category: AMBULANCE

Requisition Number: EMTPA001675

• Posted : October 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Main Campus
Mt Carmel, IL 62863, USA

• Pay or shift range: $28.75 USD to $35.94 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Community Paramedic / Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) is responsible for providing advanced out-of-hospital patient care, health assessments, care coordination, disease management education, wellness interventions, and EMS response services. This position serves as a bridge between emergency medical services, primary care providers, hospitals, public health agencies, and community resources to improve patient outcomes, reduce unnecessary emergency department utilization, and enhance access to healthcare services.

The CP/PHRN functions independently within established protocols, physician orders, state regulations, and organizational policies while delivering patient-centered care in homes, community settings, long-term care facilities, and during emergency responses.

The CP/PHRN functions independently within established protocols, physician orders, state regulations, and organizational policies while delivering patient-centered care in homes, community settings, long-term care facilities, and during emergency responses.The Community Paramedic/PHRN is responsible for delivering patient-centered healthcare services in the home and community setting, with a focus on improving health outcomes, reducing avoidable hospital utilization, and supporting continuity of care. This position conducts comprehensive in-home patient assessments, performs medication reconciliation, and provides patient education to promote self-management of health conditions. The Community Paramedic/PHRN identifies social determinants of health that may impact patient well-being and connects patients with appropriate community resources and support services. Responsibilities include monitoring patients with chronic health conditions, assisting with hospital discharge follow-up visits, conducting fall-risk assessments and home safety evaluations, facilitating preventive health education and wellness screenings, and documenting all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic health record (EHR).

This role works collaboratively with emergency department staff, primary care providers, specialists, social workers, case managers, behavioral health professionals, public health agencies, home health providers, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care. The Community Paramedic/PHRN participates in multidisciplinary care planning, develops individualized care plans for high-risk patients, and supports population health initiatives and quality improvement efforts. Through proactive patient management and coordination of services, the position aims to reduce preventable hospital readmissions and emergency department utilization while improving access to care and community-based resources.

The Community Paramedic/PHRN is also responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as ensuring patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements. The position participates in performance improvement activities, maintains all required certifications and continuing education, and contributes to the ongoing development and enhancement of EMS and Community Paramedicine programs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Paramedic Program or an accredited Registered Nursing Program
• Community Paramedic Certification preferred or obtained within designated timeframe
• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Illinois Licensed Paramedic and/or Illinois Registered Nurse License
• Illinois Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) License (if applicable)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• NIMS IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 preferred
• Two years of EMS, Emergency Department, Critical Care, or Community Health experience preferred
• Knowledge of healthcare navigation, case management, and chronic disease management preferred
• Experience working with vulnerable populations and community resources preferred
• May require evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage
• May require response during adverse weather conditions and disaster situations.

Performance Expectations

• Demonstrate compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Meet documentation and quality benchmarks.
• Foster positive relationships with community partners.
• Support EMS and healthcare system integration initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing education and training.
• Promote organizational mission, vision, and values.

Benefits Summary

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Free internal prescription program
• Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
• 457(b) plan with employer matching.
• 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
• Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
• Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance
• Other Benefits
• Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses

About Us

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, "people you know, helping people you love," we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.

We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.

Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve

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