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POSITION SUMMARY & HIGHLIGHTS:

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Nampa is looking to hire a Paramedic to join our Emergency Department.

The Paramedic will assist in providing patient care within scope of certification/practice in collaboration with the health care team as directed and supervised by a Registered Nurse. Works as a member of an identified emergency medical team contributes to the assessment of patient status planning of care implementation of nursing care activities patient/family teaching and evaluation of patient response to treatment through observation of the patient.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• As directed by the RN and physician performs selected therapeutic and preventative emergency care measures such as taking patients vital signs restoring breathing by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation oxygen delivery management controlling bleeding by applying compresses with pressure assisting the RN or physician in treating patients for shock applying splints to immobilize injured limbs including spinal precautions wound care (including suture and staple removal) performing extremity venipuncture for blood specimen collection and IV catheterization (locks and IV solutions without additives) nebulizer and inhaled breathing treatments IO placement select oral intermuscular intraosseous and IV medication administration per scope.

• Contributes to the assessment and identification of patients basic problems and needs through observation and questioning of patient. relatives and/or associated medical personnel. Assists in the transfer of patients within the Emergency Department. Reports patient care events and changes in patient condition to the RN in a timely manner. Seeks guidance as needed to make adjustments to care based on evaluation of treatments and response data to the plan. Collects overt data relative to the patients knowledge motivation and skill for self-care. Identifies resources of patient to meet overt self-care deficit needs.

• Reports observed patient needs to the RN and physician. Contributes to plan of nursing care with the RN and considers patient request in plan for care. Assists patients to meet learning needs relative to maintenance of self within hospital environment. Teaches correct procedures and techniques of health care based on established protocols to patient while encouraging patient to meet own care needs. Maintains records of information such as nature and extent of injury/illness treatment provided etc for inclusion in medical record. Records results of intervention in the electronic health record (EHR). Assists RN as indicated in research activities special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Maintains clinical expertise through self-study continuing education programs and formal education as necessary. Preps the patient care room prior to the next patient occupying the room. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal State and Local laws and regulations the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program including the Standards of Conduct Code of Ethics as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest ethical and professional behaviors.

• Supports and conducts oneself in a manner consistent with customer service expectations. Transports and monitors stable telemetry and non-telemetry patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited Paramedic program. Certified as a Paramedic by the State of Idaho and / or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

• 1 year of experience as a paramedic preferred.

HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty diverse landscapes and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay generous PTO and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.

• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching college savings plans for your family and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.

• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

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MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION:

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho Oregon and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals 609 licensed beds and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies compassionate staff and healing environments Saint Alphonsus goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered physician-led innovative and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;

• The regions most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);

• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.