Job description

The RCP performs the functions of a respiratory care practitioner in direct care. This position utilizes the respiratory care process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care and works effectively with members of the health care team, including the family in the provision of care to patients. The incumbent performs the functions of a respiratory care practitioner in direct care and utilizes the respiratory care process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. • Requires experience in own professional discipline to appropriately apply own knowledge; broadens own professional expertise and acquires higher level skills • Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work • No supervisory responsibilities but may provide informal guidance to new team members • Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using professional/technical experience, judgment and precedents • Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies • Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction • Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations ▪ Demonstrates competence in professional practice: ▪ Utilizes established standards of evidence based care to guide practice ▪ Provides direct patient care including but not limited to: mechanical ventilation, aerosol therapy, pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, oxygen therapy, inhaled gases ▪ Documents patient status, patient response, and respiratory practitioner interventions accurately and clearly ▪ Provides and reinforces health teaching with patients and families ▪ Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team ▪ Preceptor for novice therapists ▪ Utilizes available resources to impact patient care and solve practice problems ▪ Practice contributes toward achieving Respiratory Care Mission and Vision Statement ▪ Utilizes the National Patient Safety Goals to provide a safe environment for patients "▪ Participates in the development of professional and educational activities: ▪ Participates in continuing educational opportunities at Children’s ▪ Supports professional organization of Respiratory Care ▪ Shares pertinent information gained from professional seminars, conferences, books, or journals. ▪ Assists in identifying learning needs of staff therapist and other healthcare workers. ▪ Develops, presents and evaluates programs to meet educational needs of other healthcare workers. ▪ Is a member of interdisciplinary committee/project/task force when given the opportunity ▪ Incorporates research to clinical practice: ▪ Demonstrates knowledge of research and quality improvement activities. ▪ Reads and evaluates current research that has implications for clinical practice. ▪ Shares research findings with colleagues in order to improve clinical practice. ▪ Participates in research and quality improvement activities.
Skills:
Minimum 2-3 years of job related experience required; Minimum 3-5 years of job related experience preferred;BLS, NRP (NICU core), and PALS certification within 6 months of hire required. RRT recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and active Texas license required;RRT-NPS recognized by the NBRC within 6 months of hire (within Population Health, this certification can be obtained within 1 year of date of hire) required;BLS instructor for patient educators providing caregiver CPR required;Asthma Educator for patient educators preferred;BLS, NRP, PALS instructor optional for all others preferred;NRP optional for all others preferred.
Education:
Minimum 2-3 years of job related experience required; Minimum 3-5 years of job related experience preferred;BLS, NRP (NICU core), and PALS certification within 6 months of hire required. RRT recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and active Texas license required;RRT-NPS recognized by the NBRC within 6 months of hire (within Population Health, this certification can be obtained within 1 year of date of hire) required;BLS instructor for patient educators providing caregiver CPR required;Asthma Educator for patient educators preferred;BLS, NRP, PALS instructor optional for all others preferred;NRP optional for all others preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $90.00 - $95.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 3x12

Experience:

• Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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