Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner

Bestcare; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 56.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess and treat patients across neonatal to adult populations. This on-site role supports the HealthWest clinic in Omaha with an 8am-5pm schedule, Monday through Friday.

The candidate must have an AS degree in Respiratory Care and be eligible for NBRC RRT certification within 12 months of hire. Preferred BS degree, active NBRC credentials, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Qualifikationen

• Written and verbal communication skills are required to relay high-quality recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the patient care team and physicians.
• Experience with clinical protocols and documentation in medical records.
• RRT certification required within 12 months of accepting the Advanced Practitioner position.
• RCP.NE or RCP.IA license required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• NRP preferred.
• 3–6 months of on-the-job respiratory care experience is expected.

Aufgaben

• Performs routine and complex modalities of respiratory care independently.
• Documents procedures and patient progress in medical records.
• Develops and revises care plans with physician input.
• Communicates with the care team about patient status and test results.
• Maintains patient care continuity and supports department leadership in absence of Lead therapist.
• Ensures adherence to protocol guidelines and appropriate therapy.
• Contributes to patient satisfaction goals and education of staff.
• Engages with interdepartmental teams to improve respiratory care services.

Kenntnisse

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ausbildung

Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Care

Jobbeschreibung

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess and treat patients across neonatal to adult populations. This on-site role supports the HealthWest clinic in Omaha with an 8am-5pm schedule, Monday through Friday.

The candidate must have an AS degree in Respiratory Care and be eligible for NBRC RRT certification within 12 months of hire. Preferred BS degree, active NBRC credentials, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS.