Respiratory Care Coordinator
Respiratory Care Coordinator
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Job Description
Were searching for a Coordinator of Respiratory Care -- someone who works well in a fast-paced this position you will demonstrate clinical expertise in the physical and educational aspects of Respiratory Care for the pediatric and neonatal patient population and their families as outlined in the unit profiles. The CRS works interdependently with and independently of the multi-disciplinary team. Scope of practice will include practitioner educator researcher change agent and administrator. The CRS is dedicated to promoting optimal patient/family care with the ultimate goal of enhanced patient/family outcomes.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
Serves as an advanced clinical practitioner. Collaborates with the health care team to assist in the planning implementing and evaluating of treatment approaches utilizing clinical knowledge sound judgment and problem-solving. For example participation in interdisciplinary rounds offering a Respiratory Care perspective to patient care; evaluating response to interventions and modifying plan of care; consults with other disciplines as needed. Acts as a clinical resource to staff and other members of the health care team. For example available by pager or phone when out of the unit; approached by staff and other members of the health care team regarding clinical issues in the area of expertise.
Maintains clinical skills by providing direct patient care and related activities. Performs patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities (demonstrating advanced clinical competencies in an area of expertise).
Serves as an educational resource in expertise for the patient and family and other health care professionals. Assesses the learning needs of staff family and patients.
Conducts research and development activities for Respiratory Care.
Facilitates change in clinical practice to positively affect patient outcomes. Serves as an administrator. Supports and facilitates the attainment of institutional goals and strategic plans.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Skills & Requirements
Required Technical diploma Respiratory certification/registry program. Preferred Associates Degree or Bachelors degree Respiratory Care. Degree may substitute for the experience
RCP - Lic- Respiratory Care RCP by the Texas Medical Board RRT CERT - Cert-Reg Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care
Preferred Basic Life Support
Preferred 1 year of clinical experience in both critical and non-critical areas
Preferred 6 months of critical care experience
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
