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Job Description
Overview
This is a Full time position working 4 x 9 hour shifts per week.
Responsibilities
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Qualifications
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
- 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred
- BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
- ACLS Upon Hire Required and
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required
- LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred
Business Unit : Company Name
Piedmont Newton Hospital