Details Department: Emergency DepartmentSchedule: PRN, Nights. 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Minimum six shifts within a six-week schedule period. Hospital: Ascension Saint AlexiusLocation: Hoffman Estates, IL
Salary: $20.80 per hour
Benefits Retirement: 403(b) planWell-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Provide basic and advanced life support treatment, care and evaluation of patients.

Identify, intervene, and stabilize the ill or injured patient under the direction and in collaboration with a physician and/or Registered Nurse.Initiate and implement interventions based on transport team protocols.Monitor, record and communicate patient condition and treatment, as appropriate.Provide population specific education to the patient and family about the patient's illness and therapeutic interventions.Inspect, maintain and care for equipment to ensure safety of the transport team, patients and public.
Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

One or more of the following required:
Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Allow in lieu of Basic Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Allow in lieu of Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Allow in lieu of Paramedic.Paramedic credentialed from the Illinois Board Of Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Allow in lieu of Emergency Medical Tech.Drivers License credentialed from the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (IL-DMV) preferred.Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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