Paramedic ED PRN

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Paramedic ED PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Corpus Christi Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications The ED Paramedic provides high quality, patient-centered care within a defined scope of practice, according to certifications, state and local regulations, and facility policy. As a vital member of the healthcare team, the ED Paramedic gathers pertinent patient data, monitors vital signs, administers specified treatments and medications within the scope of practice, and ensures patient and personal safety in a hazard-free environment. The ED Paramedic delivers compassionate, holistic care, supporting the rights and dignity of all patients and promoting the vision/mission/values of the organization. What you will do in this role: Serves as a member of the healthcare team through active communication; documentation; feedback and assistance as needed or requested. Assists in facilitating the flow of patients through the emergency care system. Maintains clear communication with medical providers and nurses assigned to patient about all patient care issues. Receives patient report from EMS by radio and/or receives EMS hand-off reports at facility. Participates in patient placement as needed. Obtains and documents initial vital signs and monitors vital signs as scheduled and/or as needed, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. Performs testing, specimen retrieval, therapeutic procedures, monitoring, or other functions, as ordered by the medical provider(s), within the defined scope of practice per state regulation. Documents the administration of care promptly and thoroughly in the patient medical record. Administers prescribed medications, within the defined scope of practice per state regulation. Monitors patient for therapeutic response. Notifies provider and intervenes as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication. Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention. Transports monitored and non-monitored patients to inpatient units and diagnostic areas. Inspects patient environment and eliminates any safety risks and/or non-compliance with regulatory standards. Implements fall precautions as needed. Responds promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. Responds appropriately to emergency or crisis or situations. Involves and educates the patient/family/caregiver(s) in the patient’s care. Stocks, checks, and cleans equipment such as stretchers, closets, and cabinets, as appropriate. Maintains good working relationship with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and other hospital staff. Participates as an engaged, active member of the healthcare team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues. What qualifications you will need: Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Paramedic High School Graduate / GED No Travel Required 1 years experience Required Years of Experience Benefits Corpus Christi Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional be