Paramedic ERT

• Elkhart, IN
• Emergency Department
• Elkhart General Hospital
• Full-time - Evening - 11:00 am -11:00pm
• Req #: 211887
Posted: March 20, 2025-->

Summary

Reports to the Director, Patient Care Services. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs paramedic procedures and within the scope of practice as defined by the National EMS Education standard. Provides a safe and clean environment for patient care. Assists with both internal and external patient transport.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Performs paramedic procedures by:

• Administering oxygen using various types of equipment.
• Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Functioning as a part of the medical team, assisting nurses and physicians with patients who have the following problems including, but not limited to: obstructive airway, asthma, pulmonary disease, major trauma, diabetic emergencies, coma, infectious diseases, dehydration, respiratory distress and RSV/pneumonia.
• Performing endotracheal and oropharyngeal suctioning under the supervision of the nurse/physician.
• Performing designated paramedic procedures such as monitoring vital signs and patient status and relaying patient information to the nurse/physician.
• Working closely with all members of the healthcare team including physicians, pastoral & social services staff, ancillary departments, support services staff, family members and personnel from other hospitals or agencies.
• Initiating peripheral IV's & intraosseous infusion needles under the supervision of the nurse/physician; monitoring infusing IV's.
• Performing defibrillation, cardioversion, intubation, intraosseus line placement, as ordered by physician.
• Measuring and recording I & O and documenting in the patient's medical record.
• Assisting with and/or providing total patient care including feeding, bathing and assisting with ambulation.
• Administering medications according to the National EMS Education Standards and following departmental procedures for administering medications requiring co-sign by an RN (after an approved validation process).
• Relieving tension pneumothorax using a catheter, under direct order of the physician.
• Documenting care provided and the patient's status including interventions, assessment of interventions, and focused assessments.
• Assisting with procedures as requested by nurse or physician.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

Maintains specific departmental requirements by:

• Attending educational programs, certification and skill validation sessions and mastering skills required by the Unit.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an Indiana State EMS-approved Paramedic course and achievement and maintenance of Indiana Paramedic Certification. One year of previous experience as a Paramedic is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires current competence in CPR, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, and PHTLS or ITLS and other required skills with meticulous adherence to sterile techniques and universal precautions.
• Requires completion of a medication administration learning module and competency validation within four weeks of Emergency Care Center start date.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with physicians, nursing staff, patients, families and other staff members.
• Demonstrates effective guest relations behaviors.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Demonstrates organization skills and the ability to work independently, set priorities and accomplish goals.

Working Conditions

• Works in transport ambulance and referral hospitals in the patient transporting process.
• Works in a patient care environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, certain undesirable patient care activities and exposure to biohazards.
• Operates patient-related equipment.
• Must be able to report to work location within 30 minutes when on call.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, visual acuity to observe patient, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.