COPD Education Specialist - Respiratory Care Liaison

Mercy; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a COPD Educator (RT with COPD expertise) to deliver structured inpatient education and reinforce inhaler and oxygen use. You will identify high-risk patients prior to discharge and coordinate care with quality, case management and outpatient providers.

The role requires a Respiratory Therapy license, NBRC RRT registration, BLS current, and 3+ years of experience. Mercy offers strong benefits and professional growth opportunities within a compassionate team.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an Accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Must have a current license in the state of practice.
• Experience: Position requires at least 3 years experience.
• Certification/Registration: Registered as a therapist (RRT) by the NBRC; Pulmonary Disease Educator Certificate or willing to obtain.
• Other Skills and Knowledge: Must be current in BLS. Strong communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured inpatient education.
• Reinforce inhaler and oxygen use.
• Identify high risk patients prior to discharge.
• Coordinate care with quality & case management and outpatient providers.

Skills

Communication skills

BLS current

Education

Graduate from Accredited Respiratory Care program

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mercy South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a COPD Educator (RT with COPD expertise) to deliver structured inpatient education and reinforce inhaler and oxygen use. You will identify high-risk patients prior to discharge and coordinate care with quality, case management and outpatient providers.

The role requires a Respiratory Therapy license, NBRC RRT registration, BLS current, and 3+ years of experience. Mercy offers strong benefits and professional growth opportunities within a compassionate team.