Job Description
General Summary Under general supervision of the Program Manager, the Flight Paramedic is responsible for the safe transport of critically ill and injured patients, working jointly with the Flight Nurse in patient care decisions. Completes and documents patient assessments, treatments, medication, reactions as per department protocols and AH policy. Adheres to all safety requirements while transporting patients, in and around vehicles/aircraft. Communicates patient updates to physicians with hand of care to receiving RN/MD and appropriate triage of urgency. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to the rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
Principal Duties And Job Responsibilities Performs and documents accurate initial assessment per unit standard which may include initial observation, obtaining and interpreting information in terms of the patients' needs, safety, psych/social/cultural, family needs, multi-system physical assessment and patient/family level of knowledge. Reports appropriate information in a timely manner to responsible physician.
Observes and monitors patient lab work for trends and reports abnormal lab tests to the appropriate physician and obtains appropriate interventions.
Utilizes clinical data to implement appropriate interventions.
Performs and documents ongoing patient assessment which accurately reflects patients' physical and mental status ranging from child to geriatric according to unit standards and patient condition.
Initiates use of restraints per program policy and procedures. Demonstrates commitment in the use of safe and appropriate alternatives prior to the application of any patient restraint device. Maintains competency in the application, monitoring and care of the patient in restraints.
Demonstrates critical-thinking skills when analyzing basic and advanced cardiac rhythms in a safe, competent and independent manner.
Develops, prioritizes, and documents a plan of care that is individualized and involves patient, family, and/or significant other in goal setting per unit standards.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability in the preparation of patients for tests, procedures and surgeries ordered.
Provides individualized goal directed nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process and standards of nursing care.
Documents physical assessments in the electronic medical record. Assesses patients for desired and undesired changes in their mental/physical condition according to unit standards. Reports appropriate information in a timely manner to responsible physician and obtain appropriate intervention.
Maintains a professional rapport with physicians, patients, and families. Utilizes communication skills appropriate to age-specific needs.
Provides general supervision and guidance of permanent licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel and temporary nursing personnel i.e. RN, LPN, PCT U.S, M.T. in the job functions for the delivery of safe, therapeutic and quality patient care outcomes.
Provides competent and compassionate care to the patient with pain according to policy and our mission.
Maintains a safe patient care environment including following fall risk specifications.
Demonstrates ability to administer medications as ordered: PO, SQ, IV, IV PUSH, IVPB, IM, SL, PR, topical, and intradermal accurately and appropriately.
Responds and participates in unit and hospital code situations. Utilizes knowledge and experience to treat the patient according to the standards of BLS and ACLS protocols.
Demonstrates ability to provide safe, competent nursing care for the patient requiring oxygen supplementation or support.
Demonstrates ability to
administer, adjust and monitor response to IV medication infusions and IV medications in a safe, competent and independent manner.
Transfers patients in a professional and competent manner
Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
Associate of Science degree in a health-related field
One year experience in either fixed-wing or rotor aircraft
TPATC Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course
Basic ability to navigate Microsoft Office apps
Education Required Post Hire IABP certification within 90 days
LVAD (Impella) certified within 90 days
Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification (CPI) within 6 months of hire
NIHSS Certification within 6 months of hire date, then renewed biannually
4 hours Hip & Knee Replacement Education within 6 months of hire date, then annually 4 hours Stroke Education required within 6 months of hire, then annually
Licensure, Certification Or Registration Required Active and unrestricted Florida Paramedic certification
FP-C Certified Flight Paramedic
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BCLS Basic Cardiac Life Support.
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program
ITLS International Trauma Life Support or
PHTLS Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
Unrestricted Florida Drivers license
EVOC/CEVO within 90 days of hire.
Licensure, Certification Or Registration Preferred CCP-C Certified Critical Care Paramedic or
CP-C Certified Community Paramedic
Instructor status in any of the above required certifications
AMCCC Air Medical Crew Core Curriculum
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Emergency Services
Organization: AdventHealth Wesley Chapel
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25027215
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Shift work,