ED Paramedic-Emergency Dept

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System seeks an ED Paramedic to join the emergency department team. You will provide patient care in collaboration with the RN, ED providers and other team members per NC OEMS and NC BON guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, NC EMT-P credential, 2 years of paramedic experience, and current AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications. Dedication to age-appropriate patient care is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NC EMT-P credential/certification.
• Two years of experience at the Paramedic level.
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in collaboration with the RN, ED providers and other ED team members.
• Perform procedures and tasks outlined for paramedics by NC OEMS and NC BON.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span and age-specific needs.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

North Carolina EMT-P credential/certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Paramedic in the Emergency Department (ED) functions as a member of the ED team and is responsible for providing patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse (RN), ED providers and other members of the ED team. The ED Paramedic performs procedures and tasks outlined and approved for paramedics by the North Carolina Office of EMS (NC OEMS) and the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NC BON).

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current North Carolina EMT-P credential/certification.
• Two years of experience at the Paramedic level. Current AHA BLS certification.
• Current AHA ACLS and PALS certification
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, and possess the ability to identify data reflective of the patient’s status. The employee must be able to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed, as described in the unit’s/areas/department’s policies and procedures.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.