Paramedic

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Spiritual care and stress management

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN seeks an Emergency transport nurse to provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients during transport. You will work closely with physicians and registered nurses to ensure patient safety and outcomes.

The role emphasizes education for patients and families, and coordination across multiple medical disciplines to ensure a seamless patient journey.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) credentials preferred; also Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation may be required or preferred.
• Certified in ER Vehicle Operation (preferred).
• Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients during transport.
• Initiate life-support protocols and maintain communication regarding patient condition and treatment progress to improve safety and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and therapies to ensure understanding and support.
• Inspect and maintain specialized transport equipment to guarantee peak performance in the field.
• Deliver direct nursing care following established clinical protocols for safe, high-quality treatment.
• Coordinate care across medical disciplines as the central point of contact for the patient.
• Manage the full patient journey and proactively coordinate discharge needs with the healthcare team.

Skills

Clinical transport

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

â Location: Murfreesboro, TN

â Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

â Department: Emergency

â Schedule: Rotating | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

â Provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients by collaborating closely with physicians and registered nurses during transport

â Drive patient safety and clinical outcomes by initiating life-support protocols and maintaining constant communication regarding the patient's condition and treatment progress

â Empower patients and their families through population-specific education, clearly explaining medical conditions and therapeutic interventions to ensure they are informed and supported

â Ensure operational readiness and team safety by meticulously inspecting and maintaining specialized transport equipment to guarantee peak performance in the field

â Deliver compassionate direct nursing care by following established clinical protocols to ensure every patient receives safe, high-quality treatment tailored to their unique needs.

â Lead the coordination of care across multiple medical disciplines, serving as the central point of contact to ensure a seamless and well-organized experience for the patient.

â Manage the full patient journey by implementing care plans and proactively coordinating discharge needs with the healthcare team to ensure a safe transition to the next stage of recover.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in ER Vehicle Operation.
  • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
  • Drivers License.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Education:
  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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