The Emergency Department (ED) Paramedic provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of an Emergency Physician. The ED Paramedic works in collaboration with Registered Nurses and other members of the care team in providing direct patient care activities including clinical assessment, obtaining vital signs, and assisting patients in need of emerge

The Emergency Department (ED) Paramedic provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of an Emergency Physician. The ED Paramedic works in collaboration with Registered Nurses and other members of the care team in providing direct patient care activities including clinical assessment, obtaining vital signs, and assisting patients in need of emerge

1. Works in a collaborative fashion as part of the care team with PCA, Unit Secretary, and RN staff. 2. Monitors patients for any acute changes and communicates such changes to primary RN or physician. 3. Assists with procedures and patient care activities at the request of the ED physician and in accordance with ED policy. 4. Establishes and maintains peripheral IV acces