Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours Mercy Health!Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Flex Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is expected to float to various assigned sites throughout the Bon Secours Mercy Health System, outside of their home location, to provide patient care promoting and restoring patients' health through the respiratory care process. The RCP is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs respiratory care procedures, diagnostic services, patient monitoring and patient and staff education through the relevant standards and scope of practice for the respiratory therapist. Our System Flex Team consists of the following locations:Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, VAMary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, VAMemorial Regional Medical Center in Richmond, VASouthampton Memorial Hospital in Franklin, VAThe Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, OHAnderson Hospital in Cincinnati, OHWest Hospital in Cincinnati, OHLourdes Hospital in Paducah, KYMarcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine, KYSt Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital in Youngstown, OHSt Anne Hospital in Toledo, OHSt Rita's Medical Center in Lima, OHSt Francis - Downtown in Greenville, SCSpringfield Regional Medical Center in Springfield, OHand more!Essential Job FunctionsData collection and accurate record keeping as well as product evaluation and assessmentAssists physician performing procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy in intubation (if intubation is performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), and invasive monitoringPerforms CPR including closed chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocolConducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve maintenance of a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways including endotracheal tubes, nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal airways, maintenance of airway humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, maintenance of correct endotracheal tube (ETT), cuff pressures, and documents procedures in patient and department recordsSelects, assembles, monitors, and evaluates mechanical ventilators for proper function and operation, including correction of malfunctions, cleanliness and determines appropriateness use for patient conditionPerforms pulmonary function tests (PFT)Assesses patient's physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in patient's recordPerforms treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient responseDetermines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB), aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc. Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood (PaO2) with accurate inspired levels of oxygenAdministers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish patient's individual clinical needs; document and observe patient's vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; and use judgement and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapyGives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; check orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultation prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapyInstructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapyProcurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioningEvaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value rangesPerforms arterial punctures and analysis; has an in-depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirationsPerforms EKG's and understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmiasMaintains all respiratory therapy equipment and suppliesResponds to cardio-pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstancesThis 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/CertificationCurrent Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required)National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (required)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 (required)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred)EducationAssociate Degree AMA approved school for Respiratory Care (required)Bachelor's degree (preferred)Work Experience1 Year in Acute Care Setting and demonstrated clinical competency in at least two of the following environments: Nursery/NICU, PICU, ICU/CCU, ED and general care areas (required)TrainingEPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) Language.Not ApplicablePatient PopulationNeonates (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 ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.General office environment.May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*May be required to use physical restraints.May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.* May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)XLifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)XPush/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)XPush/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)XStoop, KneelXCrawlingXClimbingXBalanceXBendingXWork PositionFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%SittingXWalkingX StandingX Additional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio recordingsReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity - near Hazards Depth perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposureSkillsGather and interpret dataNon-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzersTherapeutic procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testingEKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmiasArterial blood gas punctures and testingAirway maneuversBedside pulmonary functionPatient assessmentPatient educationChest suction equipmentChest X-ray interpretation Sterile procedure Interpersonal skillsCommunication skillsDiversityCustomer service skillsOrganizational skills and time management skillsAccountabilityBon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.Department: SS Nursing - WorkforceIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). 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