Paramedic- EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT (Nights) 7p - 7a, Work every 6th weekend, Shift Differential

Paramedic: Fulltime Nights 7p -7a, Work every 6th weekend. Shift Differential

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Emergency Department Physician, assists staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care which supports and compliments nursing practice. The Paramedic initiates and provides care within the scope of practice as defined by law. Provides patient care to a wide range of emergency conditions and to all patient populations including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.

JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Paramedic Training Program with current Paramedic certification by State of Iowa.
• Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) preferred
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.
• Current PALS, ACLS and TNCC certifications.  (New employees should obtain per guidelines of the Education Course Requirements policy.)
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• High degree of empathetic listening skills, tact and kindness toward others.
• Effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills required.
• Must work effectively as a member of a team.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Sound judgment in technical and critical thinking.