Paramedic Emergency Services PRN

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Paramedic Emergency Services PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Chippenham Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Paramedic Emergency Services PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

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.​ 

· 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.

· ​Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development and care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served.

· ​Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives.

· ​​Performs other duties as assigned.​

· ​​Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.”​

• 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
• PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Paramedic
• High School Graduate / GED

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Paramedic Emergency Services PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status