Clinical Resource RCP - CH: Full-time, Days

Loma Linda University Health; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health is seeking a Clinical Resource Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to bring advanced assessment skills and coordinate respiratory care on their shift across LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. You will administer complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction, document results, and contribute to quality improvement efforts.

Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience required.
• CA Respiratory Care Practitioner license; NBRC RRT; BLS, ACLS, PALS required; NRP/NPs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate respiratory care services on their shift.
• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Record treatment and diagnostic information in the medical record.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills; lead and teach others.
• Collaborate with LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals to ensure quality care.

Skills

Advanced clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Team leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Resource Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) possesses advanced skills in assessment and appropriate application of respiratory care services. Is responsible for the coordination of respiratory care services on their shift. Resolves technical problems and performs quality improvement studies. Administers simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, which assist in the treatment and diagnosis of adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Records treatment and diagnostic information in the medical record. Demonstrates advanced clinical assessment, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills; maintains a recognized area of clinical expertise and uses it in practice, teaching, and consultation; serves as a role model and provides positive influence to initiate and facilitate change. These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. Performs other duties as needed

Education and Experience

An Associate's Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program is required. Bachelor's Degree in respiratory therapy preferred. Two (2) years of clinical experience required.

Knowledge and Skills

Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications

Respiratory Care Practitioner License from the State of California is required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification and maintaining a current age-specific Advanced Life Support Provider certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through an American Heart Association (AHA) provider are required. Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) is preferred. Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) is preferred.