Overnight LifeFlight: Critical Care Paramedic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Critical Care Paramedic for 12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) in the LifeFlight program. The role delivers advanced pre-hospital and inter-facility care within Tennessee, maintaining documentation and adhering to Vanderbilt protocols.

Ideal candidates hold a Paramedic License with a Critical Care Endorsement and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP/PHTLS certifications; nighttime autonomy and robust clinical skills are required.

Qualifications

• Paramedic license with Critical Care Endorsement in TN; out-of-state candidates may obtain TN endorsement within 12 months.
• Current Certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP and PHTLS.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages care following LifeFlight and VUMC standards for all patients within TN scope.
• Maintains clinical proficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in improvement activities and problem solving.
• Reviews current research and applies evidence-based practice.
• Documents care accurately and ensures safe hand-off at receiving facility.
• Collaborates to facilitate quality patient care and effective communication.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Paramedic License

Critical Care Endorsement

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

PHTLS

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Critical Care Paramedic for 12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) in the LifeFlight program. The role delivers advanced pre-hospital and inter-facility care within Tennessee, maintaining documentation and adhering to Vanderbilt protocols.

Ideal candidates hold a Paramedic License with a Critical Care Endorsement and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP/PHTLS certifications; nighttime autonomy and robust clinical skills are required.