Paramedic-Sumner

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality bedside patient care across multiple hospital units, including Inpatient, Outpatient, Pre/Post-PACU, Emergency Department (ED), and Infusion services.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within scope of Paramedic Specialist practice.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges in coordination with nursing and medical teams.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations, using advanced clinical skills to stabilize and support patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate findings effectively to the interdisciplinary team.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EPIC), ensuring timely and clear charting of all care provided.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and adherence to individualized care plans.
• Participate in the development and implementation of patient care protocols and safety measures.
• Maintain required certifications and actively pursue continuing education to remain current in clinical practice.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to support patients, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Practice in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of the State of Iowa and the healthcare organization.
• Provide mentoring or orientation support to new staff or students as assigned.

Qualifications

• Paramedic Specialist Certification Required
• Graduate from an accredited school
• Current certification in the state of Iowa
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• 3 yrs of experience preferred
• BLS, PALS, ACLS, NRP & TNCC – (preferred) and required per certification after hire if not already certified
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, priority setting, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Possess adequate computer knowledge and skills - not limited to the following (Word, Excel, EPIC) preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively with people of diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds