Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its growing home care team in the United States. This role covers setup of home medical equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP, ventilators, and monitors, and includes educating patients on proper usage of prescribed devices.

Responsibilities include setting up, inspecting, and operating equipment; reviewing prescriptions; maintaining patient records; and staying current with respiratory homecare techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and ventilators.
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Review prescriptions and patient information to determine suitable treatment per physician orders.
• Maintain complete patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed.

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