Paramedic, PRN, Days, Emergency

Paramedic (EMT-P) Emergency Department

Fast-paced, high volume Emergency Department is looking for top skilled Paramedic. Is that you?

Work location : Texas Health HEB, 1600 Hospital Parkway in Bedford, TX 76022.

Work hours : PRN (as needed), Day Shift (7a to 7p). Weekend and holiday requirements. Great growth opportunity.

Department highlights :

Self-Scheduling that helps with work / life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth

Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team

Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging 200 patients / day

The professional paramedic exhibits understanding of basic human needs and demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient's affiliations.

What You Will Do

Provides Safe Patient Care Under Physician Delegation :

Administers IV fluid without additives, saline flush, IV antibiotics, all IV medications excluding controlled and RSI medications. ACLS drugs (including drips) using barcode medication verification (BMV) during medication administrations. All IM and oral medications excluding controlled drugs. Plans the care of the patient

Completes accurate documentation in the electronic health record

Provides consistent attention to airway, intake, elimination, sleep, rest, mobility and hygiene needs

Applies antiembolic stockings and sequential compression devices

Cervical collar management

External defibrillation

Nasal cannula or oxygen mask application

Oral airway insertion and removal

Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV Access

Draw blood from ports

Other duties as assigned by RN

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Paramedic

Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.

Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health HEB is a 252-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1973. Our location in the DFW mid cities area provides convenient care to the residents of Hurst, Euless, Bedford and the surrounding communities.

We specialize in women's services, perioperative services, heart and vascular care, acute care / med surg, intermediate care / step-down, oncology and emergency medicine. Additional specialties include nuclear medicine, interventional radiology, respiratory therapy, and neuroscience care, including neurosurgery and stroke.

Texas Health HEB is ANCC Magnet Designated, Joint Commission-certified in Chest Pain (PHAC), a Primary Stroke Center, a Level III Trauma Center, Level II NICU and Level III for maternal care. We're a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, surgical services, women's health, cardiac care and much more.

Learn () more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .

Here's What You Need

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required

3 months paramedic experience or completion of a paramedic internship, required. 1 year Paramedic experience in EMS or Fire Dept preferred

EMT-P - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic required or

LP - Licensed Paramedic

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required and

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 90 days of hire required and

CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (ED Only), within 60 days of hire required.

Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.