Paramedic

About the role

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

We are looking to hire a Prehospital (Transport) Registered Nurse. The Paramedic provides the practice and delivery of safe, effective, ethical and culturally competent emergency care to patients of all ages in emergency situations who require stabilization and/or resuscitation as a result of illness or injury.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation when the Manager and/or Charge Medic are not available
• Support management of human, fiscal, material and environmental resources in accordance with hospital guidelines, organization/EMS philosophies and in compliance with regulatory and professional standards
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborative relationships
• Make decisions in patient care/triage
• Ensure smooth shift operations
• Facilitate a seamless transition for the next shift that includes exchange of essential information
• Active participation in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities
• Promote evidence-based practice through research utilization or conduct of practice research
• Perform technical procedures according to GMC Ambulance protocols and function within their Scope of Practice in accordance with the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of EMS

Schedule

Full Time, 36 hours a week, Rotating Shift

Requirements

• Education: High school plus additional course work up to 1 year in Emergency Medicine
• Licensed Paramedic in IA and IL (employees hired prior to 5/21/2017 have one year to obtain second state license)
• Valid Driver's License
• Basic Life Support, ACLS
• Less than 1 year experience required

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (preferred)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (preferred)
• Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) (preferred)
• PALS (preferred)
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (preferred)
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or International Trauma Life Support (preferred)

Skills

• Interaction is with a variety of people inside or outside the organization
• Communications are often difficult or stressful in nature
• Contact with others involves complex, detailed and often sensitive topics
• High degree of interpersonal skills to deal with a range of complicated problem situations
• Interactions involve gaining the agreement of others

Working Conditions

Routine exposure to highly adverse environmental conditions including physical hazards, health and safety risks, and otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment. Personal risks require safety equipment or precautions to be followed closely. The time the employee is exposed to these conditions exceeds 70% of their work day. Possible Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens: Yes

Pay

$25.66 - $38.48 per hour. Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system. Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.