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 assistant
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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 driver’s license required. Verification and maintenance of responsible driving record per facility standards required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)
(DOT) – Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects including the human body.