PARAMEDIC - PRESNow - ABQ - 24/7 ED/UC Paseo
Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:The Paseo location of PRESNow is seeking a
Paramedic.Performs advanced patient care within scope of State
licensure as well as PHS approved Paramedic Scope of Practice in
the emergency department setting. Receives emergency medical
telephone calls and provides emergency care to injured or ill
patients.Type of Opportunity: Part Time (.45 to .89)FTE:
0.600000Exempt: NoWork Schedule: 12 Hour
NightsQualifications:Previous EMS Dispatch experience preferred. 2
years ED patient care experience including triage experience
preferred. Bachelor degree (any field of study) and 2 years of
direct patient care experience. Current NM Paramedic licensure
required. National EMD licensure preferred.Current CPR and ACLS is
required. Ability to type 20 wpm preferred. Ability to read, write
and follow verbal and written instructions is required.Detailed
Responsibilities for Paramedics in the ED setting: Performs care to
ED patients as identified in the Paramedic Scope of Practice
policy.Current license issued by the State of New Mexico Emergency
Medical Service Bureau, as a Paramedic, is required. Current
certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required as
well as ACLS & PALS. Ability to read, write and follow verbal and
written instructions is required. Maintains annual current
department competencies and Employee Health
Requirements.Education:Essential: Bachelor
DegreeCredentials:Nonessential: Emerg Med
Tech/Paramedic-NMResponsibilities: Participates in the provision of
patient care based on setting and acuity of patient care needs.
Ensures a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment for patients
and families. Organizes care in a manner that contributes to the
overall quality of the team. Performs care within State Approved
Scope of Practice and approved competencies. Ensures cleaning and
maintaining emergency supplies and equipment. Ensures a clean work
environment. This may include duties often reserved for
housekeeping services such as emptying trash, mopping floors, and
cleaning counters Monitors patients and maintains records using
patient monitoring system and electronic health records. Documents
and maintains an informative and accurate medical record to
initiate charges for each patient treated. Maintains proper
functioning systems and reports malfunctions immediately per PHS
procedure. Documents and reports any pertinent changes to the
Nurse, Charge Nurse, and Provider. Provides patient report to other
staff as necessary. Communicates and processes necessary
paperwork/information for patient admissions, transfers and
discharges. Participates in unit based Shared Governance activities
and assists with the implementation of changes as recommended by
councils. Performs other functions as directed. May observe patient
cardiac monitors and maintains records. Documents and reports any
pertinent rate or rhythm changes, especially life threatening
dysrhythmias. Informs of any drug treatments as appropriate.
Notifies the Registered Nurse immediately of any death producing
arrhythmias and documents findings. May administer medications as
per the Paramedic Scope of Practice in the Emergency Department.
Medication administration will follow all PHS policies and
protocols. May be first clinical contact in the ED/UC setting. May
perform triage with appropriate ESI Severity Index training. May
receive emergent and non-emergent medical telephone calls from
internal and external contacts. Ensures equal distribution of
arriving patients by team in the ED. Maintains accurate, legible
dispatch records for the department. Makes transfer arrangements
with appropriate EMS transport agency for ED patients needing to be
transferred. Directs responding ambulance crews to the appropriate
area of the ED for patient transfer. Maintains positive
communications and collaboration with EMS service line, as well as
other internal and external stakeholders. Encourage a work
environment that is friendly and respectful. Other duties as needed
or assignedBenefits:We offer more than the standard
benefits!Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness
program, including free access to our on-site and community-based
gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and
more!Learn more about our employee benefits:
Why work at Presbyterian?As an organization, we are committed to
improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers'
markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is
taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our
employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free
access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching
and classes, wellness challenges and more.Presbyterian's story is
really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here.
The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members
and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis
sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than
875,000 New Mexicans.About Presbyterian Healthcare
ServicesPresbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the
health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a
locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals,
a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical
group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest
private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than
1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more
than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage,
Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.About Our
Regional Delivery SystemPresbyterian's Regional Delivery System is
a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New
Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe,
Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more
than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make
Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly
14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from
general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our
regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for
their communities.We are part of New Mexico's history - and
committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just
as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to
come.About New MexicoNew Mexico continues to grow steadily in
population and features a low cost-of living.Varied landscapes
bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of
the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are
as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and
lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes.New Mexico offers
endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active
lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the
elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking,
golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all
available among our beautiful wonders of the
west.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free
employer with smoke free campuses.
Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $32.17/Hr.
Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes
into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to
experience and training, internal equity, and other business and
organizational needs.
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