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Under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Services Medical Director and Department Director, the RCP is responsible for providing Respiratory Care Services within specific physicians' orders, department policies, and procedures. Provides Respiratory Care Services as outlined in the Respiratory Care Scope of Services at Knox Community Hospital.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
NRP certified, Basic Life Support, Emergency intubation (all ages), able to write legibly, extensive walking with bending and stooping, assisting patients in chairs, carts, and hospital beds, etc., some equipment lifting and supplies, approximately up to 50 pounds. Working long hours between meals or breaks. Ability to relate to people and show leadership. Demonstrate an interest in ongoing self-development and education.
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/SOFTWARE
- Stethoscope
- Basic computer skills
Responsibilities
- Maintains knowledge of the various oxygen delivery methods, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert, assesses possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
- Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each, and the possible side effects associated with each.
- Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
- Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.
- Documents all pertinent data on the PCN following completion of any service.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks, and their proper usage.
- Performs all additional duties as assigned by the department director.
- Performs EKGs, sends reports to ordering physicians and physicians on the case, and records and files reports according to department procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities performed on patients of varying ages, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure it functions safely and efficiently.
- Formulates a teaching plan based on a patient's identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning. As appropriate, the patient's family is included in teaching.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patient needs are met and hospital policy followed.
- Ability to assess the patient, his/her needs, and their ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment for response to treatment.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- On-call rotation.
- Work every other weekend.
- Perform tasks that are supportive of the essential functions of the job.
- Participate in staff meetings, educational programs, committees, QI activities, and mandatory in-services.
- Demonstrate initiative in personal/ professional development.
- Present a professional image.
- Assist with control of costs through the judicious use of human and material resources.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements Include
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
- NBRC certified Respiratory Technician or NBRC Registered Therapist licensed by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.
- Current State of Ohio Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
- Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation certification.
- BLS certified.
- Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred.