Student Respiratory Aide II - Respiratory Therapy - St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

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Intro paragraph

As a faithbased and patientfocused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and wellbeing of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Respiratory Aide II under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist may provide basic respiratory care to nonacute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning assembling and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean organized and functional work area.

Essential Job Functions

• Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients processes the sample record and report results and perform quality controls as required.
• May administer oxygen delivery devices. Setsup and monitors noninvasive equipment such as oximeters or endtidal CO2 analyzers.
• May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy Postural Drainage and Percussion Incentive Spirometry Metered Dose Inhalers and all other treatment modalities.
• May perform EKGs; understands electronic monitoring lead placement and basic arrhythmias.
• Cleans sterilizes assembles tests and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
• Orders maintains and delivers oxygen to units.
• Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations
• Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
• Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment
• Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries
• Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage
• Labels storage bins shelves and other inventory locations

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 jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit as required by the state they are working

BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (required)

Education

A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)

Work Experience

None

Training

None

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 patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates 04 weeks)

Infant 112 months)

Pediatrics 112 years)

Adolescents 1317 years)

Adults 1864 years)

Geriatrics 65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

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

Organization

Able to keep accurate records and inventories of supplies

Prioritizes work appropriately.

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting

Creative thinking

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 noninvasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or endtidal 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.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly 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 youd 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 . 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 .