Responsible for providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) care as prescribed by Departmental and Hospital policies and procedures, as well as the New Jersey Department of Health Mobile Intensive Care Unit regulations. Administers premiere pre-hospital care to critically ill and injured individuals of all age groups when delivering emergency care during transport.
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in paramedicine if certified after June 2015
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) if certified prior to June 2015
- New Jersey Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) or NJ Registered Professional Nurse (RN) with Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) endorsement and minimum one year experience as a MICP/MICN
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedic (NREMT-P) or National Registered Paramedic (NRP) preferred
- Knowledge of N.J.A.C. 8:41
- Certifications in American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS required
- Certifications in ICS 100, ICS 200 and ICS 700 required
- Certifications in PHTLS, BTLS or ITLS within 6 months of hire required
- Valid state driver's license with no pending violations and an acceptable driving record
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) training or Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 6 months of hire required
St. Joseph's Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization's outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation's "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care".