COLLABORATIVE EMT - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT (POOL) - Military veterans preferred

JOB RESPONSIBILLITIES:

Assists Charge Registered Nurse (RN), or registration representative with initial patient intake.

Obtains data from patient initially and during visit regarding vital signs, EKGs, and other patient care duties as delegated. Documents in medical record. Reports abnormal findings to Provider, Paramedic and RN.

Obtains specimens from patients and provides for proper care and delivery to appropriate area.

Transports patients via wheelchair or cart for treatment, diagnostic procedures, and admission to units.

Implements Provider orders in a timely manner and performs a variety of patient care treatments according to policy and procedure/scope of practice.

Prepares patients for exam.   Respects privacy of patient.

Cleans wounds and prepares for suturing and application of final dressing.

Performs special procedures as directed by RN/Paramedic/Provider per delegation policy.

Informs Charge RN/Paramedic/Provider of any significant changes in patient's condition.

Assists RN/Paramedic/Provider with patient care in critical care area of department per delegation policy/scope of practice.

Maintains work environment in orderly, clean fashion.  Restocks supplies as needed. Cleans equipment as needed.

Documents care given in medical record according to department protocol/standards.

Maintains an awareness of patient and personal safety and intervenes accordingly.

Provides patient/family education concerning the nature of illness, necessary treatments, follow-up home care, health maintenance and documents in medical record.

Provides emotional support to patients/families and documents same.  Keeps patients/families informed during stay in department.

Monitors charts for provider orders and answers phone if the Unit Secretary is not available.

Maintains confidentiality of patient-related issues. Supports the Patient Bill of Rights.

Attends and participates in unit-related in-services, conferences, and meetings.

Works with others to achieve unit and organizational goals. Utilizes proper chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.

Participates in unit staff meetings and CQI plan to improve organizational performance and achieve unit and organizational goals.

 Transports patients via ambulance from Johnson Memorial Health to transfer destination, abiding by EMS approved protocols.

Responsible for stocking transport ambulances, daily quality checks, equipment checks and reporting any deficiency to leadership.

Responsible for patient follow up after discharge home from hospital with structured community paramedicine program.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health.

Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and hospital policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions and JMH’s Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Must have current EMT Certification as specified by Indiana Emergency Medical Services Commission. Must maintain current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers. Must have an appropriate number of in-service hours and appropriate records to maintain EMT status with the State of Indiana. Must have valid unrestricted Indiana driver's license. Must have reliable personal transportation and adequate personal automobile insurance.

Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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