Paramedic - Ambulance
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Description: Children's Hospital & Medical Center is hiring Paramedic - Ambulance right now, this job will be assigned in Nebraska. Detailed specification about this job opportunity please read the description below. Provides high quality care to pediatric and neonatal patients transported by ground ambulance, through the use of Paramedic certification skills and in accordance with standards and hospital polici! es and procedures. Varied schedules to include weekend and holiday patterns, 8 or 12 hour shifts with varied starting times
Essential Functions/Competencies
% of Time
10%
Provides safe driving of the ambulance according to the Standards of the US Department of Transportation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and EMS National Standards.
Utilizes lights and sirens only under the direction of the Medical Control Physician (MCP)
Drive the ambulance or provide map reading support to minimize call response time
10%
2. Assists Transport Team in the care of the patient as appropriate which may include:
Moving and securing patient in transport cot/incubator
Placing patient on transport monitors assisting in the assessment of the patient and maintaining airways.
Obtaining vital signs and repeat assessments as necessary
Placement of NG or OG tube
Assis! t in establishing and maintaining IV access and administering ! medicated intravenous fluid therapy
Assist and administer Enteral and parenteral approved prescription medications
Access indwelling catheters and implanted central IV ports for fluid and medication administration
Assist in Intraosseous needle placement
Administration of supplemental oxygen by appropriate oxygen therapy dose and method.
Assist with bag/mask ventilation during emergency procedures
Assist with emergency medication administration according to scope of practice and the obtained designated certifications.
10%
3. Monitor and maintain the general condition of the ambulance and transport equipment including ensuring the responsiveness to the organizational functions of the transport process:
Ensure response times are within 10 minutes of a ground call to the time the ambulances departs
Maintains all transport equipment in a state of constant readiness by checking all equipment! at the beginning of each shift, noting any discrepancy and make or arrange for repair
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of transport equipment location, function and restocking procedures.
Wiping down with approved disinfectant inside of ambulance after each run
Emptying wastebaskets after each run
Changing sharps containers when 2/3 full
Washing ambulance as it becomes dirty
Monitor fuel level to keep fuel level at ¾ to full level
Assures that ambulance is taken to appropriate location for all maintenance procedures
Change oxygen and air tanks when they fall below 1200 psi or as needed for an extended drive time (greater than 3 hours one way)
Checks, cleans and stocks transport packets, transport equipment, and ambulance supplies ensuring equipment is functioning after each ground transport
Completes daily weekly and ongoing ambulance and equipment checklists
Troubleshoot all e! quipment and ensures that all malfunctions are promptly reported
4. Assists in the Emergency Department as needed which may include
Obtain and document vital signs
Perform IV starts upon direction of the RN
Perform venipuncture and capillary blood sampling
Start IV maintenance fluids
Administer nebulizer treatments and MDI treatments
Transport Emergency Department patients to x-ray, CT, MRI, and inpatient units as needed
50%
5. Staff the Children's Hospital & Medical Center Communication Center as the Communication Specialist
Handles incoming patient transfer calls from outside hospitals following approved protocols, establishing medical control, accessing detailed critical patient information, and coordinates and dispatches all Children's Hospital Critical Care transport teams
Documents all communication of call’s received, dispatch times, turn-downs in accordance with established guidelines including key components of each call i! ncluding demographic information, appropriate vital signs, and referring physician notes.
Coordinates calls with transport team, rotor-wing transports with rotor wing communication center, and fixed wing with transports with fixed wing communication center, as needed
Coordinates trip tracking for the Children’s Transport Team.
Maintains team status and availability, notifies team and dispatches them appropriately. Informs team of all key patient and trip information in a timely manner.
Serves as point of contact while team is out.
Utilizes outstanding communication skills. Uses a tone and communication style that is welcoming, respectful, empathetic, and professional. Communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians and support staff.
Demonstrates excellent written communication skills and computer/technology aptitude. Documents completely and succinctly, using proper grammar and approved abbrevia! tions. Able to grasp new software programs and is comfortable with tech! nology such as paging and text messaging.
Takes initiative to problem solve; takes responsibility for following through on every call.
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS/COMPETENCIES
5%
6. Performs other duties as assigned
Equally committed to Transport/ED and the Communication Center, utilizing clinical skills sets and appropriate resources. Professionally supports the assigned unit, as seen through interactions with patients, families, ED staff and Transport staff
Professional seeks opportunities to help teammates during shift as needed
Accepts and completes other assigned tasks in a professional manner
100%
JOB STANDARDS
Achieves department/organization Outcomes
All
Patient/Customer Satisfaction
Interacts with p! atients/families/customers and utilizes feedback to improve and reinforce satisfaction
Meets department/organization satisfaction goals
Financial
Identifies and implements systems and processes to improve efficiency and reduce expenses that do not compromise quality of services/mission.
Meets department/organization financial goals
Quality
Utilizes performance measurement to improve patient/customer outcomes
Meets department/organization quality goals
Dept.
Specific
Patient/Customer Satisfaction
Meets transport response times
Incorporates key concepts into communication with parents at Children’s and with staff and families at referring hospitals:
Introduces self to patient/patient/staff when enters room
Explains purpose of activity before touches the patient
Before leave the room, asks ‘Is there anything else that I can do for you?â€
Financial
Follows department policy for capturing pati! ent charges
Participates in unit specific cost saving activities
Quality
Provides input into opportunities for system improvements
Describe active unit specific performance improvement projects
Takes personal responsibility to adhere to department/organization policies and procedures, compliance and regulatory agency requirements
All
Understands and performs role in emergency situations (i.e. disruptive individuals, internal/ external disaster, CPR, Code Adam)
Understands and practices regulatory agency standards and department/organization policies/procedures including: Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA, Infection Control, Environment of Care, National Patient Safety Goals
Addresses non-compliance with department/organization standards
Meets mandatory department/organization job requirements within established time frames (i.e. physicals, annual mandatory reviews, participates and physica! lly attends 75% of required staff meetings, licensure/certification, CPR for direct care providers)
Dept.
Specific
Incorporates unit specific scope of service into daily practice
Updates care piracies in response to changes discussed in shift report, newsletters, self studies, staff meetings or other educational offerings.
Supports a work environment that focuses on staff, customer, patient/families through safe practices and effective communication.
All
Demonstrates and supports staff/visitor/patient/vendor identification policy
Utilizes variance reporting system to enhance safety and identify changes for best practice
Protects Patient Privacy
Incorporates department/organization communication into work practices
Dept.
Specific
Demonstrates personal ownership of unit scheduling/on-call process, individual contribution and staffing needs
Promptly ini! tiates the chain of command appropriately as a patient advocate for pat! ient care and system issues
Incorporates Joint Commission national patient Safety Goals into patient care practices
BEHAVIORS
Excellence in Service to Children, Families, Colleagues and Other Customers
Anticipates customer needs, understands their expectations and responds appropriately.
Respect for Human Dignity
Treats others with compassion, fairness, courtesy and respect while honoring their uniqueness.
Cooperative Work Relationships
Willingly works with others to identify and achieve common goals.
Positive Attitudes and Behaviors
Enthusiastically approaches their role and displays pride in the organization
Honesty and Integrity
Takes personal responsibility for doing the right thing.
Wise Use of Resources
Optimizes the talents of self and others and the use of time, materials and equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Mus! t be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from on task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills
Must be able to work in an environment that is exposed to non-conventional motions, noise, vibration, fumes and extreme heat/cold.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
Completion of an Paramedic program required.
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Paramedic required.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
Current and Valid Nebraska and National Registry Paramedic license required.
Current and Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Current and valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required, within 6 months of hire.
Must have valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle d! riving record required.
Completed and passed the Emergency Veh! icle Operators Course required, within one year of hire and renewed every 2 years.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
FIT FOR TRANSPORT DUTY:
Multiple physical activities performed at the same time (carrying multiple equipment while pushing the cot or incubator)
Medical Conditions:
Transport team members may not donate blood within 24 hours of a work shift
Any medical condition that may interfere with transport assignment must be reported to the Transport Patient Care manager
A signed statement from a personal physician must be submitted to the Transport PCM and Employee Health is a health condition develops that prevents the transport personnel from participating in the program
The pregnant transport person is not required to remain on active transport status any longer than she or her private physician feels she may safely do so. At 35 weeks gestation, the transport team member will not participate in transp! ort
REQUIRED TRAINING & EMPLOYEE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Annual Physical
Annual Mandatory Review
Hepatitis B
TB Mask Fit
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Requirements
N/A
Less than 10%
11% to 49%
Greater than 50%
Work Environment
N/A
Less than 10%
11% to 49%
Greater than 50%
Stand
X
Blood and body fluid exposure*
X
Walk
X
Sharps, needles, etc.
X
Sit
X
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather)
X
Talk or hear
X
Work near moving mechanical parts
X
T
Displays manual dexterity
X
Fumes or airborne particles
X
Climb or balance
X
T
Toxic or caustic chemicals
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
X
Outdoor weather conditions
X
T
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Reach with hands and arms
X
Extreme cold (non-weather)
X
Taste or smell
X
Extreme hot (non-weather)
X
Lifting/pulling/pushing
X
Risk of electrical shock
X
Visual: Looking at computer screen
X
Medical Equipment
X
Other:
Risk of radiation
X
Weight Demands:
Vibration
X
T
Up to 10 lbs.
X
Loud noise
X
T
Up to 20 lbs.
X
Quiet environment
X
Up to 40 lbs.
X
Environmental noise
X
Up to 100 lbs.
X
Other:
More than 100 pounds
X
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