Emergency Department Technician- Paramedic

WHO WE ARE

With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available.

• Assist with CPR on full arrest patients.

• Complete assignments and reports to the responsible nurse.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital safety plan and acts accordingly during codes/drills.

• Gather equipment to start an IV when requested (secure IV pump, tubing, IV start kit, IV catheter).

• Label and transport specimens to the laboratory.

• Orient patient/family to surroundings and instruct on how to call for assistance.

• Performs EKGs

• Perform hand washing between patient contact.

• Perform wound care and prepare the patient for wound closure.

• Properly identify patient before providing care.

• Provide equipment for lumbar puncture, Central line, I.V. insertion, and chest tube insertion.

• Receive report/instructions from the nurse before rendering any direct patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED Required

• 2 years Emergency Department or Ambulance Service Required

• Licensed Paramedic (PARA) Required and

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Required