Paramedic Nurse Extender: Elevate Care & Advocacy

Jobtome; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown seeks a Paramedic Nurse Extender to support age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician in Georgia. You will educate patients and families, collect information, and participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care.

The role also involves patient advocacy and oversight of unlicensed personnel, with ongoing certification requirements.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience as a Paramedic preferred.
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required upon hire; Georgia Paramedic license required; National Registry preferred.
• Paramedic Nurse Extender role includes patient advocacy, teaching, and oversight of unlicensed personnel.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain a safe environment and educate patients and families.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Oversee unlicensed personnel and provide patient advocacy.

Education

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

BCLS - Basic Life Support Certification Upon Hire Required

ACLS Upon Hire Required

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 180 Days Required

LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia Upon Hire Required

LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the National Registry Preferred

Job description

Piedmont Columbus Midtown seeks a Paramedic Nurse Extender to support age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician in Georgia. You will educate patients and families, collect information, and participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care.

The role also involves patient advocacy and oversight of unlicensed personnel, with ongoing certification requirements.