Paramedic - Nights PRN

This position functions as part of the clinical care team and collaborates with interprofessional team members to provide high-quality, safe, and patient/family centered care

Position Responsibilities


* Performs routine, uncomplicated, patient care activities applicable to unit/department:
+ Emergency Department: Application of hot/cold therapy, casting/splinting procedures, insertion of non-indwelling urinary catheters, simple wound care, taking vital signs and chaperoning pelvic and rectal examinations.

Establishes peripheral IV and IO access; performs phlebotomy, point of care testing and lab specimen collection procedures.
+ Clinical Logistics Center: Provide centralized remote monitoring of patient physiological data, EKGs, patient escort, and patient mobilization.


* Performs routine, uncomplicated, respiratory procedures and treatments, including but not limited to: delivery of low flow oxygen therapies, delivery of specific inhaled medications, incentive spirometry, and cleaning and maintenance of respiratory equipment.


* Transport of patients using wheelchair, stretcher, or wagon within hospital and to and from vehicles.


* Immediately reports any observed changes in patient and accurately relays clinical information.


* Answers telephone and communicates with other disciplines and facilities.


* Provides 1:1 observation for patients at risk of self-harm.


* Utilizes the electronic medical record as required for patient care.


* Ensures a clean and safe patient care environment.


* Ensures a clean and safe patient care environment and adequately stocks of necessary equipment and supplies in designated areas at established par levels.


* Demonstrates excellence in meeting the needs of customer service and operates in a professional, confidential manner.


* Adheres to the Nemours Standards of Behavior.


* Embraces other duties as assigned to support the Nemours vision/mission

Position Requirements


* High school diploma and successful completion of EMT-P course and currently licensed in the state of Florida required


* Minimum of one year of patient care experience highly preferred.


* Current AHA Healthcare Provider Certification (BLS)


* Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)


* Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life support (ACLS)


* Decontamination (HERT) training required within one year of hire.