Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Hankinson (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Inclusive environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare in Hankinson, ND seeks a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join our growing team. You will set up and educate patients on home medical equipment including CPAP/BiPAP units, ventilators, and oxygen systems.

You will inspect equipment, review prescriptions, maintain records, and stay current with respiratory homecare techniques. On-call duties after hours and weekends may be required depending on center size.

Qualifications

• Set up and operate home medical equipment including CPAP/BiPAP units, ventilators, nebulizers, and oxygen systems.
• Educate patients and train them on proper usage of prescribed equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on home medical equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, and ventilators.
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Review prescriptions and patient information to determine appropriate treatment per physician orders.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records in accordance with standards.
• Remain current with respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• On-call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency depends on center size.

Skills

Ventilator setup

Patient education

Home care

Job description

Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment.

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
• An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success
• Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth
  

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed
• Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share