Paramedic Nurse Extender: Patient Advocacy & Care

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Fortson (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking a Paramedic Nurse Extender to provide patient-centered care under supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician. The role emphasizes safety, effective communication, patient and family education, and advocacy within a team-based care model.

The Paramedic will participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, and oversee unlicensed staff while promoting quality improvement and culturally sensitive practice.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with patients and families.
• Educating patients and families about care and procedures.
• Culturally sensitive care in a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care and maintain a safe environment.
• Educate patients and their families, collect information, and communicate effectively.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of health care services and tasks.
• Provide patient advocacy, teaching, and performance improvement; oversee unlicensed personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Cultural sensitivity

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking a Paramedic Nurse Extender to provide patient-centered care under supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician. The role emphasizes safety, effective communication, patient and family education, and advocacy within a team-based care model.

The Paramedic will participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, and oversee unlicensed staff while promoting quality improvement and culturally sensitive practice.