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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

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 Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton? Click here: Find a Location Sioux City, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Siouxland (https://www.mercyone.org/siouxland/find-a-location/)

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a ER Paramedic.

As a ER Paramedic at MercyOne, you will be Under direct supervision, the Emergency Room Technician assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of patient care which are task oriented and within the skill level and scope of the Emergency Room Technician, in accordance with MercyOne Medical Center Policy and Procedure Manual.

Schedule:

+ positions can be variable. 7a-7p, 11a-11p, 12p-12a, 7p-7a.

General Requirements:

+ Utilizing the plan of care as developed by the Registered Nurse, assists the Registered Nurse in providing patient care from a holistic approach, specific to the age of the patient population identified within the department/unit scope of service, and in accordance with the department/unit standards.

+ Demonstrates ability to anticipate/identify physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient and appropriately reports to the Registered Nurse.

+ Communicates and collaborates effectively with Registered Nurses, multi-disciplinary team members, patients, families and significant others to facilitate the care of the patient including teaching needs and discharge planning.

+ Prioritizes and implements appropriate interventions and treatments as directed by the Registered Nurse, utilizing the formulated plan of care.

+ Documents and communicates patient’s response to interventions/treatments provided.

+ Identifies and communicates significant changes in patient’s status (potential or actual adverse patient occurrences) to the Registered Nurse.

+ Reports and records aspects of data collection/tasks performed into the patient record accurately, concisely and within established policy.

+ Ensures that documentation accurately reflects supplies, equipment, and services provided.

+ Performs aseptic and sterile treatments/procedures per Registered Nurse direction and physician order, and in compliance with MercyOne Medical Center policy and procedure. Is responsible for entering Ortho and Spine Implant information in Trinity Health System daily. Also enters orders for bill only, replacement, and requisition supplies and implants in the Peoplesoft system.

Education:

+ Current EMT-P, maintaining a current Iowa license.

+ A minimum of 1-2 years prior patient care experience preferred.

+ Basic Life Support Certification (BCLS) required.

+ Maintains a current motor vehicle driving license and auto insurance.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers (https://www.mercyone.org/careers/) to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran