Paramedic (ER) PRN

Job description

Southern TN Regional Health System-Pulaski
Address: 1265 East College Street, Pulaski, TN 38478
Website: www.southerntnpulaski.com
Job Title: Paramedic
Job Type: PRN
Schedule: 8- hour Shifts Variable
Your experience matters
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski , Paramedics who excel in this role bring strong emergency assessment skills, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and a keen eye for identifying subtle changes in a patient's condition. They thrive in fast-paced hospital environments where continuous monitoring, rapid response, and effective communication are essential to patient safety and outcomes.
How you'll contribute
A Paramedic who excels in this role:
• Strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms, telemetry monitoring, and ECG interpretation.
• Ability to recognize and escalate abnormal heart rhythms, changes in vital signs, or signs of patient deterioration.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and sound clinical judgment in high-acuity situations.
• Experience performing patient assessments, obtaining vital signs, and documenting findings accurately.
• Comfortable providing direct patient care, including mobility assistance, personal care, and comfort measures.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to relay timely, concise, and accurate patient information.
• Ability to multitask effectively while monitoring multiple patients and managing monitor station responsibilities.
• Highly dependable, organized, and committed to maintaining patient safety and quality care standards.
• Works well in a team-oriented environment and supports overall unit operations and workflow.
• Demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and a patient-centered approach in all interactions.

Paramedics who are successful in this role are proactive, vigilant, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while serving as a critical member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for
Education
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience
• Previous experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Certifications
Current State Paramedic License/Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Dysrhythmia/Telemetry Interpretation Certification
• Certified EKG Technician (CET)
• Previous telemetry, emergency department, critical care, or EMS experience

Preferred:
Key services and units include:
• Emergency Department (ED) providing 24/7 emergency and trauma care
• Fast Track services for non-emergent conditions
• Advanced cardiac monitoring and emergency cardiac care
• Stroke assessment and stabilization services
• Trauma and critical care stabilization
• Emergency respiratory care and rapid intervention
• Behavioral health emergency evaluations
• Diagnostic imaging and laboratory services supporting emergency care
• Direct access to inpatient admissions and specialty consultations
• Emergency transport coordination and transfer services when needed

More About Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Pulaski is a 68-bed facility that includes 30 licensed acute care beds and 26 skilled nursing home beds. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff.
EEOC Statement
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Pulaski is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Pulaski is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."