Respiratory Care Professional (Certified)- St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital job in Youngstown
Youngstown, Ohio - OH Mercy Health
Job Ref: | R194089 |
Employer: | Mercy Health |
Job Type: | Part Time |
Salary and Benefits: | Competitive |
Location | |
Country: | United States |
State: | Ohio - OH |
City: | Youngstown |
Post Code: | Not specified |
Description | |
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Respiratory Care Practitioner III is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures within scope of license. Monitors the patient's response to therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment. Provides clinical leadership to staff and assists with identifying quality improvement initiatives. Essential Job Functions
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required) National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred) BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross (required) PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required) NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AAP/AWHONN (preferred) Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred) Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred) ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) - NBRC (preferred) Valid driver's license (required for Home Care/DME) Education Graduate of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care (required) Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred) Master's Degree in a related field (preferred) Work Experience Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required) Competency in at least two of the following environments: Nursery/NICU, PICU, ICU/CCU, ED, and general care areas. (required) Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred) Language None Patient Population - Competency is based on the patient population of the site/facility Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods of constant interruptions * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Skills Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members Good communication skills Able to effectively work with diverse people Good customer service skills Good organizational skills and time management skills Good oral and written communication Able to receive feedback Able to gather and interpret data Accountability Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing. Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias. Arterial blood gas punctures and testing Airway maneuvers Bedside pulmonary function Patient assessment Patient education Knowledge of chest suction equipment Knowledge of chest X-ray interpretation Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01 Work Shift: All (United States of America) Department: Respiratory Therapy - St. Elizabeth All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com |
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