This position works under the direction of the administrative medical director to assist in the implementation of selected portions of the care plan and perform a variety of direct patient care services through defined protocols/standing orders approved by the administrative medical director.

1. As directed and supervised by the healthcare professional, performs patient care interventions.
   • a.Obtain and report abnormal vital signs to the RN immediately
   • b.Perform point of care testing
   • c.Cast alteration
   • d.Splint application
   • e.Physical growth measurements
   • f.Document intake and output
   • g.Administer medications outlined on the Arizona Paramedic Scope of Practice
   • h.Safety monitor as assigned
   • i.Assist with application of restraints
   • j.Assist with procedures and equipment setup
   • k.Wound care
   • l.Perform 12 lead EKG
   • m.Supplemental oxygen administration
   • n.Assist with immobilization devices
   • o.Venipuncture/capillary blood collection
   • p.PIV Insertion and Removal
   • q.Priming of IV tubing including use of syringe and large volume IV pumps
   • r.Perform CPR in accordance with AHA BLS standards
   • s.Visual Acuity testing
   • t.Insertion and removal of OG/NG tube for gastric decompression
   • u.Straight catheter urine specimen collection
   • v.Suction
2. Performs focused assessment of their interventions.
   • a.Patency of IV lines
   • b.Pre- and post-medication pain scores
   • c.Perform focused assessments based on patients’ chief complaints in the absence of an immediately available RN.
3. Performs administrative duties that include but are not limited to:
   • a.Utilize medication reconciliation tools within the EHR
   • b.Clean and restock patient rooms
   • c.Serve as witness for cycle counting and wasting of controlled substances
   • d.Follow legal and ethical conduct including HIPAA
4. Performs a variety of activities to provide for the ongoing maintenance of the department`s environment and patient care needs.
5. Participates in a variety of in-service programs, meetings, and rounds as indicated.
6. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

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• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
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