Paramedic PRN

Trinity Health; Elkader (IA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Paramedic PRN at MercyOne Elkader Medical Center in Iowa. This position involves responding to 911 calls, providing direct patient care in both pre-hospital and hospital settings, and assisting in the Emergency Department. Candidates must be Licensed State of Iowa Paramedic, maintaining certifications in ACLS, PALS, and BLS. This role offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package as part of a commitment to person-centered care within the community.

Qualifications

• Must maintain active licensure as a Paramedic.
• Complete required continuing education every two years to maintain current certification status.
• Ability to provide care to various patient demographics including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 calls and provide direct patient care.
• Assist with tasks in the Emergency Department under supervision.
• Initiate and provide emergency care as per legal scope of practice.

Skills

Direct patient care

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Education

Licensed State of Iowa Paramedic

Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Position Overview

MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

We are looking to hire a Paramedic PRN.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 calls and interfacility and tiered transfer requests, providing direct patient care within the Central Ambulance service-area.
• Under general supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care within CCH’s Emergency Department.
• Initiate and provide care within the scope of practice as defined by law providing emergency care to a wide range of patients including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.

Schedule

• Varies as PRN and Calls

General Requirements

• Provide direct patient care in both the pre-hospital and hospital setting.
• Cover on‑call hours as directed and per departmental need.

Education and Certification

• Licensed State of Iowa Paramedic (required), must maintain active licensure.
• Complete required continuing education every two years to maintain current certification status.
• Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification.

Benefits

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.