Paramedic

Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides emergency care and life support to patients in the Emergency Department and augments the role of the Registered Nurse (RN). Performs all job functions under the direction or supervision of a physician, registered nurse, advanced practice nurse or physician assistantPRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• *Functions within the scope of practice of a Paramedic as defined within Nebraska state regulations. The position does not take a patient assignment.
• *Provides patient transportation within the Emergency Department and throughout the hospital campus as required.
• *Provides patient care and performs patient care procedures such as but not limited to: EKG, Point of Care Testing, phlebotomy, CPR, intravenous insertions, immobilizer, and splint and sling placement.
• *Monitors and administers medication, pain relief, and intravenous infusions as approved by the Medical Director.
• *Dresses wounds and injuries including wound irrigation and applies bandages as needed.
• Provides hospital staff with patient information including condition and treatment.
• Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
• Adheres to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
• Keeps abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Graduation from an accredited Paramedic program required. Current Nebraska EMT-Paramedic certification required. Previous paramedic experience preferred. Active membership on a Rescue or transport service in the state of Nebraska preferred.OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required. Valid State of Nebraska drivers license required. Verification and maintenance of responsible driving record per facility standards required. Associated topics: emergency medical technician, ems, emt basic, emt p, life, medic, slh, technician, technician i, technician emergency

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