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Advanced EMT

St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH, United States


Job Summary
The Advanced EMT (AEMT) performs patient care functions under the direction of ED providers and RNs. It should be understood that the primary responsibility for an individual patient will remain with the assigned RN.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry

Perform standard assessments using basic and complex equipment

Based on assessments, identify patient care priorities

Reassess patient status
eeds at appropriate intervals

Report patient status changes
eeds to appropriate RN, Paramedic or ED physician/treating clinician

Initiate/maintain IV access lines in ED and other patient areas, excluding central lines

Initiate/maintain intraosseous (IO) access lines with physician approval

Perform blood draws and send to lab according to policy

Removal of IV/IO lines

Obtain 12 lead EKG and present to ordering provider

Obtain and evaluate FSBG

Wound dressing application

Obtain Clean Catch Urine

Transport patients to other departments or inpatient rooms

Administer medications as ordered by ED physician/treating clinician, in accordance with the National Scope of Practice for AEMT’s and in accordance with Hospital Policies and Procedures.

Set up suture sets

Simple splint Application

Order entry using RN Symptom-Based Order Guidelines

Restocking of supplies as needed

Maintains confidentiality

Able to communicate verbally and in writing

Communicate patient status or needs to RN, Paramedic or ED physician/treating clinician, as needed

Document procedures, medications, etc. in electronic medical record

Serve as patient advocate as needed

Monitor department for cleanliness and safety issues and report as appropriate

Meet standards of job analysis form

Ensure patient comfort

Collaborate with ED Team to expedite care

Pay attention to patient needs

Interact positively with members of team, other departments and services

Respect patient’s culture, lifestyle, religion and age when planning or implementing care

Accept constructive criticism and channel emotional reaction in a positive manner

Other duties as trained and credentialed

Job Knowledge and Skills

Workplace Violence

Point of care competencies (urine dip, glucose monitoring)

IV competencies

EKG/Automatic External Defibrillation

IO insertion/removal

Learning and Leadership Development Academy modules, as assigned

Education and Experience

Current New Hampshire licensed AEMT required.

BLS Certification required.

Minimum five years as a practicing pre-hospital AEMT preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Compensation Range
$24.95 - $34.36

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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