RCP II - Respiratory Care
Company: Eisenhower Medical Center
Location: Rancho Mirage
Posted on: June 6, 2021
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Job Description:
The Adult/Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner is an
individual who is professionally skilled in the application of
respiratory care services and must have the ability to work well
with minimum supervision. Abilities to meet the specific needs of
these age groups may be gained through previous education,
experience and/or additional education and training. May be
responsible for assisting intubation procedures requiring
specialized training depending on staffing needs. Must be competent
to work in all areas of the hospital. Maintains communication
between physicians, nursing and other departments as part of the
health care delivery team. Respiratory Care Team Leader, Manager, and Director None Neonate/ Infant Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric High Potential Required: Graduate from an AMA, CoARC or JRCRTE approved
Respiratory Therapy program; current and valid Registered
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for
Respiratory Care (NBRC) Preferred: Associate Degree Required: Current and valid Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
license from the Respiratory Care Board of California and American
Heart Association BLS. Required: American Heart Association ACLS and PALS if hired
after March 1, 2018. If hired prior to March 1, 2018, must obtain American Heart
Association ACLS and PALS by November 30, 2018. Preferred: NRP, NPS Preferred: Minimum two years experience in an acute care
facility Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance
policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or
concerns and report suspected violations. Promotes and provides a safe and effective Respiratory Care to
patients. Performs patient assessment and develops an appropriate plan of
care according to hospital policy and protocols. Demonstrates the care and operation of respiratory therapy
equipment according to technical specifications and application of
equipment. Performs routine respiratory care procedures as appropriate for
clinical patient care areas according to hospital policy or
protocols. Performs respiratory care procedures as appropriate for critical
care areas according to hospital policy or protocols. Performs charting and documentation that is consistently
complete, accurate, legible and informative. Provides teaching and educational material to the patient and/or
significant others concerning respiratory therapy. Responds to emergency situations and provides appropriate and
timely treatments. Assists physicians or RCPIII with specialized care (e.g.
bronchoscopy, trans-tracheal oxygenation). Participates in Performance Improvement and Quality Assessment
activities and interdisciplinary teams as appropriate. Self-sufficient in seeking resource; may have specialized
skills; demonstrates significant problem solving skills with
respiratory modalities in the clinical setting. Ability to organize the workload and set priorities to meet time
requirements. Complies with policies; uses discretion and follows through with
areas of concern. Adheres to hospital infection control guidelines, body mechanics
and safety, equipment usage and care. Demonstrates adaptability to working overtime and altering work
schedule when priority respiratory therapy affects immediate
patient care. Participates in activities resulting in professional and
departmental growth. Attends continuing education programs to
promote professional growth and maintains licensure in a timely
manner. Maintains a high productivity level. Able to prioritize accordingly and maintains a high level of
organization. Completes tasks in allotted time at the end of each shift. May be responsible for acting in a temporary capacity as team
leader.
Keywords: Eisenhower Medical Center, Palm Springs , RCP II - Respiratory Care, Other , Rancho Mirage, California
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