Paramedic - 1N - Emergency Department
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: March 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Description CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline
overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute
care medical facility in the region, with a full range of
diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and
stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with
a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with
physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services. The
Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency
department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, and surgical suites A teaching
facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System
Health and Science Center College of Medicine Accredited Chest Pain
Center Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team Summary: The
Paramedic is a certified and/or licensed paramedic and is part of
the Emergency Department patient care team who collaboratively
works in a complementary and assistive role with nursing. The
Paramedic performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the
supervision of the Registered Nurse. He/she assists the nursing
staff in providing patient care in accordance with training,
competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all
hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient
care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately
stocked and safe patient environment. Responsibilities: Maintains a
clean and safe environment, and manages all assigned supplies and
equipment Demonstrates proficiency in setting up procedures as
delegated. Completely operates patient monitoring equipment,
records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers and
glucometer readings under the direction of the RN. Performs
phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered and inserts
saline lock, foley catheter and nasal gastric tubes under the
direction of the RN. Assist in patient care, obtains and documents
vital signs, provides patient hygiene, maintains clear and
respectful communications with patients, families and the
healthcare team. Transports patients to radiology and nursing units
utilizing appropriate transport and monitoring equipment.
Requirements: Education/Skills High School Graduate or equivalent
Experience Two to three years’ experience in a doctor’s office or
other ambulatory health care setting Licenses, Registrations, or
Certifications Certified EMT – P (Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic) CPR (American Heart Association) ACLS within 6 months of
hire/transfer date BLS De-escalation training required within 90
days of hire/transfer date PALS within 18 months of hire/transfer
date Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Full Time
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