Paramedic - Part-Time - Nights - Harrison Crossing

Mary Washington Healthcare; Frances (IN); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mary Washington Healthcare seeks a skilled clinical support professional to assist nurses and medical staff in delivering high-quality patient care. The role requires strong critical thinking, teamwork, and precise documentation within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, venipuncture, IVs, monitor duties, and respiratory support management, under supervision of the nursing leadership and physicians. Commitment to safety and quality care is essential.

Qualifikationen

• High School / GED required.
• Virginia State Paramedic Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• AHA ACLS required at hire.
• AHA PALS required at hire.

Aufgaben

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Manager, Charge Nurse or Team Leader.
• Administers treatments and procedures within scope of practice as ordered by physician.
• Communicates with ED physicians about changes in patient status and diagnostic results.
• Performs venipuncture, IV starts and phlebotomy with proper labeling/transport.
• Sets up and manages respiratory support equipment and related procedures.

Kenntnisse

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High School / GED

Virginia State Paramedic Certification

National Registry

Jobbeschreibung

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to provide clinical and technical support procedures, assisting nurses and medical staff to ensure quality care. Duties and responsibilities are performed according to standards outlined in the competency based evaluation tool. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of and as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Manager, Charge Nurse or Team Leader.
• Provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with minimum supervision.
• Determines priorities of care based on the physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system.
• Assists patients with basic care needs and any other duties related to the well-being of the patient following established nursing policies and procedures.
• Administers treatments and various procedures (within their scope of practice) to patients as ordered by the physician and directed by the Professional Nursing Staff.
• Communicates with Emergency Department physicians about changes in patient status, symptomology and results of diagnostic studies.
• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Performs monitor technician duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Obtaining vital signs - frequency specific to patient’s acuity and/or changes in patient’s condition.
• Performs venipuncture and starts IVs.
• Phlebotomy and specimen collection with proper labeling/transporting of specimens.
• Applying cardiac monitor where appropriate; performs 12-lead EKG.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the treatment of cardiac emergencies to include medication management, defibrillation, cardioversion, and non-invasive pacing.
• Setup sterile trays for suturing/sterile procedures.
• Insertion of foley catheter when appropriate; documentation of intake and output.
• Demonstrate collaborative relationship with MWHC Emergency Services Associates, physicians, and ancillary partners both verbally and through accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in medication management and administration.
• Performs splinting and/or application of orthopedic adjuncts per physician orders.
• Performs the following respiratory therapy specific tasks: set up and management of ventilator, and/or BIPAP/CPAP machines, nebulizer treatments, and ABGs.
• Demonstrates competency in the following respiratory therapy specific treatments: monitoring of end tidal CO2, pediatric asthma protocol, intubation preparation to include Glidescope, Bougie, and Pilot Balloon repair kit.
• Accepts responsibility for professional growth, development, regulatory requirements and education requirement at the MWHC and department level.
• Maintains licensure or certifications required for the position held during employment.
• Performs other duties as appropriate within the position’s scope of practice, including duties of other care team members.

Qualifications:

• High School / GED required.
• Current Virginia State Paramedic Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• AHA ACLS required at hire.
• AHA PALS required at hire.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

*Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”

Compensation Pay Range:

$23.06 - $32.28