Nebraska Methodist Health System
Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Evenings
Nebraska Methodist Health System, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Days
Location: Nebraska Methodist Hospital, 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Evening Shift, 10:30am-11:00pm, every third weekend. Holiday and call rotation required. This position is eligible for full-time benefits. Job Summary: The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the assessment of respiratory patients with acute and chronic illnesses, to ensure delivery of clinically appropriate respiratory care procedures as prescribed by the medical staff for neonate, pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. Incentives (ask recruiter/hiring manager about availability): Sign-on bonus Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials & other financial incentives Tuition assistance Academic sponsorship with Methodist College Free parking Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
Performs routine and complex modalities of respiratory care independent of direct supervision. Demonstrates competency on all therapeutic modalities performed at Methodist Hospital. Completes high-risk/low-volume skill checklist satisfactorily. Documents procedures in patient record according to departmental procedure. Documents patient assessment, interventions and progress in the medical information system. Updates the patient care plans and goals to reflect appropriate patient care needs. Develops/reviews/revises plan of care as needed to provide optimum patient care outcome. Receives and interprets physician orders according to professional field of knowledge. Evaluates patients in cooperation with attending physician. Recommends appropriate care based on AARC clinical practice guidelines. Regularly communicates with other patient care team members to exchange information regarding condition and progress of assigned patients. Gives a complete verbal or written report to oncoming care provider. Uses communication board and patient care plan to keep nurse and other caregivers updated on patient\'s progress. Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Maintains continuity of hospital services to ensure optimum and timely patient care interventions. Assumes charge responsibilities in the absence of a Lead therapist. Provides diagnostic procedures, within the RCP\'s scope of practice, for departments such as Heart Station and Pulmonology. Also ABG\'s for lab. Works within Protocol Guidelines and ensures all patients are receiving appropriate therapy. > 95% of all patients reviewed for protocol therapy. Charts flagged for therapy changes. Assists the Respiratory Care Department achieve a Patient Satisfaction rate >95%. Is viewed as informative and helpful by patient. Assists with patient needs when asked whenever possible. Works toward improving interdepartmental relations. Helps educate nursing and ancillary staff regarding Respiratory Care procedures. Qualifications
Education: Associate\'s of Science Degree with certificate in Respiratory Care required. Bachelor\'s of Science Degree with a certificate in Respiratory Care preferred. Experience: 3-6 months of on-the-job experience to gain knowledge of hospital policies, procedures and routines required. License/Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the NBRC within 12 months of accepting the Advanced Practitioner position required. For MPC - RRT with NBRC within 18 months. RCP.NE or RCP.IA license required. Current BLS and ACLS; PALS preferred for MH Respiratory Therapy, MFH Cardiac Unit and MFH Cardiopulmonary Rehab. NRP preferred for MFH Cardiac Unit and MFH Cardiopulmonary Rehab. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication to relay high-quality recommendations to the patient care team. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds. Physical Activity: Occasional, Frequent, Constant activities listed in the original posting are summarized here with standard categories as appropriate. About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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Location: Nebraska Methodist Hospital, 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Evening Shift, 10:30am-11:00pm, every third weekend. Holiday and call rotation required. This position is eligible for full-time benefits. Job Summary: The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the assessment of respiratory patients with acute and chronic illnesses, to ensure delivery of clinically appropriate respiratory care procedures as prescribed by the medical staff for neonate, pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. Incentives (ask recruiter/hiring manager about availability): Sign-on bonus Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials & other financial incentives Tuition assistance Academic sponsorship with Methodist College Free parking Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
Performs routine and complex modalities of respiratory care independent of direct supervision. Demonstrates competency on all therapeutic modalities performed at Methodist Hospital. Completes high-risk/low-volume skill checklist satisfactorily. Documents procedures in patient record according to departmental procedure. Documents patient assessment, interventions and progress in the medical information system. Updates the patient care plans and goals to reflect appropriate patient care needs. Develops/reviews/revises plan of care as needed to provide optimum patient care outcome. Receives and interprets physician orders according to professional field of knowledge. Evaluates patients in cooperation with attending physician. Recommends appropriate care based on AARC clinical practice guidelines. Regularly communicates with other patient care team members to exchange information regarding condition and progress of assigned patients. Gives a complete verbal or written report to oncoming care provider. Uses communication board and patient care plan to keep nurse and other caregivers updated on patient\'s progress. Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Maintains continuity of hospital services to ensure optimum and timely patient care interventions. Assumes charge responsibilities in the absence of a Lead therapist. Provides diagnostic procedures, within the RCP\'s scope of practice, for departments such as Heart Station and Pulmonology. Also ABG\'s for lab. Works within Protocol Guidelines and ensures all patients are receiving appropriate therapy. > 95% of all patients reviewed for protocol therapy. Charts flagged for therapy changes. Assists the Respiratory Care Department achieve a Patient Satisfaction rate >95%. Is viewed as informative and helpful by patient. Assists with patient needs when asked whenever possible. Works toward improving interdepartmental relations. Helps educate nursing and ancillary staff regarding Respiratory Care procedures. Qualifications
Education: Associate\'s of Science Degree with certificate in Respiratory Care required. Bachelor\'s of Science Degree with a certificate in Respiratory Care preferred. Experience: 3-6 months of on-the-job experience to gain knowledge of hospital policies, procedures and routines required. License/Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the NBRC within 12 months of accepting the Advanced Practitioner position required. For MPC - RRT with NBRC within 18 months. RCP.NE or RCP.IA license required. Current BLS and ACLS; PALS preferred for MH Respiratory Therapy, MFH Cardiac Unit and MFH Cardiopulmonary Rehab. NRP preferred for MFH Cardiac Unit and MFH Cardiopulmonary Rehab. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication to relay high-quality recommendations to the patient care team. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds. Physical Activity: Occasional, Frequent, Constant activities listed in the original posting are summarized here with standard categories as appropriate. About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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