Paramedic - Per Diem, ER Care (Variable Shifts)

Cape Fear Valley Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a Paramedic for per diem, part-time coverage in the Emergency Department at Hoke Hospital in Raeford, NC. The role performs direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and handles administrative and clinical duties, with age-specific competencies across neonates to geriatrics.

The incumbent will obtain vital signs, monitor respiratory status, initiate treatments, perform cardiac monitoring, administer medications as delegated, assist with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Paramedic certification by the State of North Carolina required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, record and update vital signs.
• Monitor patient respiratory status and initiate therapies per protocol.
• Administer approved medications as delegated by RN and/or provider.
• Perform oral, nasal and ET tube suctioning; assist with airway management as needed.
• Transports patients and liaises with RN/provider; maintain patient safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Vital signs

Cardiac monitoring

Medication administration

Patient transport

C-spine immobilization

Communication skills

Lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paramedic certification – NC

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a Paramedic for per diem, part-time coverage in the Emergency Department at Hoke Hospital in Raeford, NC. The role performs direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and handles administrative and clinical duties, with age-specific competencies across neonates to geriatrics.

The incumbent will obtain vital signs, monitor respiratory status, initiate treatments, perform cardiac monitoring, administer medications as delegated, assist with