Night Shift Paramedic - ER Department

Ochsner Health System; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Paramedic for the Emergency Department to cover night shifts. The role involves direct patient care under physician supervision, including wound care, IV administration, and protocol-based medication delivery in a fast-paced ED setting.

Required must-have credentials include a Paramedic license in the state of practice and NREMT Paramedic certification, plus BLS; ACLS/PALS/CPI to be obtained within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an approved Paramedic Program.
• Paramedic license in the state of practice and NREMT Paramedic certification.
• Current BLS; ACLS/PALS/CPI to be obtained within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician supervision, including wound care and IV therapy per protocol.
• Administer medications via established protocols.
• Perform advanced assessments and monitoring with equipment (I-STAT, etc.).
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Support physicians, nursing and hospital teams; comply with EMTALA and policies.
• Adhere to regulations, privacy and safety standards.
• Identify medical emergencies and respond promptly.

Skills

Data entry

Windows apps

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-direction

Time management

Emergency identification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program

Tools

Paramedic License (State)

NREMT Paramedic Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS within 90 days

PALS within 90 days

CPI within 30 days

Job description

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Paramedic for the Emergency Department to cover night shifts. The role involves direct patient care under physician supervision, including wound care, IV administration, and protocol-based medication delivery in a fast-paced ED setting.

Required must-have credentials include a Paramedic license in the state of practice and NREMT Paramedic certification, plus BLS; ACLS/PALS/CPI to be obtained within specified timelines.