Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Per Diem - 12 hour shifts

washingtonhospital; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Hospital in Fremont, CA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner II to deliver routine and advanced respiratory therapies across hospital units, under physician orders and supervision of the Director or Shift Leader.

The role requires CA RCP licensure, BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP per ladder requirements, with 1000 hours acute care experience and proficiency in ventilator management and ABG/spirometry. Ambulatory and inpatient competencies preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have CA RCP license in good standing.
• BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS and NRP as specified.
• 1000 hours acute care experience or equivalent.
• Ability to perform advanced respiratory therapies per physician orders.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures.
• Mentor and orientate practitioners.
• Perform EKG and related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate leadership in coordinating unit activities.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Ventilator management

ACLS/BLS certified

PALS certified

Patient assessment

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree in Respiratory or related health sciences

Tools

ABG interpretation

Bedside spirometry

PFT equipment

Ventilators and monitoring

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner RCP II

Job Code: 2RC

Salary Range: $60.37 to 77.05 plus applicable per diem differential

Job Summary

Administers routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician, and under the direction of the Director or Shift Leader. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG. In addition to performing the essential functions listed below, may also be assigned other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Education
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Associate Degree from a recognized JRC/RT/ AMA approved two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensure
  • Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of California.
• Certification
  • Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) From American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder.
  • Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) From American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab, PFT’s).
  • Valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from AHA/AAP within 60 days of hire or 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab, PFT’s).
  • Actively credentialed as a “Registered Respiratory Therapist” from the National Board of Respiratory Care or 5 years recent experience as a Respiratory Care practitioner at WHHS.
• Work Experience for Respiratory Care Dept.
  • Meets all RCP II requirements.
  • Completed 1000 hours of acute care experience.
  • NICUII or assists with Therapeutic Bronchoscopy.
  • ICU/IMC.
  • ED/Trauma.
  • Med/Surg Units.
  • Onc/Tele/Neuro/Ortho units.
  • Pediatrics.
  • Advanced Care, including but not limited to intubation assist, artificial airway management, ventilator management, critical care transports.
  • Proficient in Respiratory Therapy driven protocols and strategies, including but not limited to Flolan therapy, ICU Ventilator management and Weaning protocols, Bronchodilator protocol, Pediatric Asthma protocol, Lung Protection Strategies (ARDSnet).
  • Mentor and orientate new Respiratory Care Practitioners.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor Degree in Respiratory or related health sciences/Health Care.
  • 1-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or Pulmonary Rehab Program.

Technical Knowledge Requirements

• Respiratory Care Dept
  • Administers routine respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in the following units, including but not limited to General Floors (Medical/Surgical/Tele/Ortho/Oncology/Neuro), Pediatrics, Emergency Room/Trauma, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMC), as prescribed by a physician and under the Director or Shift Leader.
  • Displays competency, knowledge and proficiency with ventilator patients, ABG's, BIPAP and bedside spirometry.
  • Assists patients with education and health promotion.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG.
• Pulmonary Rehab / PFT Dept.
  • Administers care for all phases of the Pulmonary Rehab program, including but not limited to validation of patient acceptance, obtaining orders for entry, obtaining pre-authorizations, submitting charges, completing registration forms.
  • Creates Individual Treatment Plans (ITP's), conducts exercise programs, education sessions.
  • Supports and assists with WHHS's BetterBreather's Support Group.
  • Develops home discharge plans, and creates discharge summaries while maintaining all of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) standards.
  • Displays competency in performing Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) to include but not limited to daily calibrations, quality controls, verification of insurance / obtaining pre-authorizations.
  • Documents follow-up surveys / outcomes with Pulmonary Rehab graduates every 6 months.
  • Reconciles charges and submits weekly/monthly Revenue and Usage reports.
  • In addition to performing the essential functions listed, may also be assigned other duties as required.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skill in competency, job knowledge, organizational skills, analytical skill, management of information, employee and patient safety.
• Assesses Service Line needs on an ongoing basis related to supplies, equipment and physician/staff education. Participates in evaluation of new supplies and equipment, soliciting input from medical and nursing staff, and making recommendations based on the value analysis process.
• Demonstrates expertise and current knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation and equipment involved in clinical services.
• Demonstrates leadership capabilities and ability to coordinate activities to ensure appropriate and efficient use of resources (staff, supplies, equipment).
• Displays effective communication skills.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills including organization, coordination, and delegation.
• Remains current in knowledge of new technologies introduced in the Respiratory or Pulmonary Rehab departments.
• Maintains awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for improving own level of practice.
• Utilizes available resources to problem solve effectively.
• Coordinating FUNCTIONS as a clinical resource to staff and physicians for key components: delegates, respiratory related techniques and accompanying technology.
• Ensures direct and indirect services provide safety, comfort, confidentiality and hygiene for the patient populations served.
• Communicates and coordinates activities required to resolve issues related to supplies/equipment.
• Assures staff has appropriate skill and knowledge to perform procedures, utilise supplies and equipment correctly.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching provided to staff.
• Acts as the patient advocate by ensuring that safe practices are adhered to in the course of caring for the patient.
• Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patients' rights and the patient first ethic.
• Assures strict confidentiality guidelines are adhered to by all staff members, both intra- and interdepartmentally.
• Maintains and follows Hospital, Divisional, and unit-based performance improvement activities.
• Participates in multidisciplinary and unit based performance improvement activities.
• Provides quality customer service, and acts as a role model.
• Demonstrates integrity and fosters teamwork among colleagues and staff.

Division: Patient Care Services

Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner II