Paramedic - Emergency Department - PRN
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: March 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Paramedics perform the functions of a
paramedic in re-assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating
the care of assigned patients under supervision in an Emergency
Department serving patients of all ages, according to established
standards and practices. Responsibilities: Assists physicians with
examinations, procedures, and other processes related to direct
patient care. Performs basic nursing procedures, including thermal
applications, non-sterile soaks, and application of simple
dressings, perennial care, and urine tests. Prepares, hangs,
monitors, and discontinues IV fluids. Is knowledgeable and adheres
to safe practices when administering medications in all forms.
Monitors the emotional stability of patients and reports changes to
the physician or charge nurse. Documents observations and the
nursing care in the nurses' notes. Charting is clear, concise,
objective, and complete. Completes charts for discharge, transfer,
and surgery on assigned patients. Writes variance reports according
to policy and instruction. Enters orders in the order entry system
and retrieves information according to written procedure. Gives and
retrieves oral reports. Demonstrates understanding of the
responsibilities and authority of other levels of nursing
personnel. Committed to appropriate utilization of the facilities.
Assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment.
Use equipment and supplies correctly, returning to SPD or its
storage area after use. Enters all charges for equipment and
supplies; assures patients are charged correctly. Reports
malfunctioning equipment. Uses supplies economically and avoids
wasting supplies by contamination. Adheres to hospital policies and
procedures on infection control and practices good hand washing.
Demonstrates the professionalism necessary to function in the
health care environment. Assumes responsibility for own personal
and professional growth and development. Assumes responsibility for
self. Regarding knowledge of policies, manuals, and communications.
Takes responsibility for self-growth and job improvement. Protects
patient and staff confidentiality. Assesses skills, knowledge, and
overall performance and formulates self-objectives in consultation
with the Unit Manager. Requirements: High School Diploma required
Must be able to prioritize workflow on a daily basis. Must be able
to communicate effectively in written and spoken form with
individuals of various education levels including physicians.
Ability to interpret medical terminology and possess an
understanding of human anatomy and physiology Licensed to practice
as a Paramedic in the State of Louisiana. BLS within 3 months of
hire required ACLS within 6 months of hire required PALS within 6
months of hire required Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type: Per Diem As Needed
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