Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Flexible options

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team and support home medical equipment setup, including ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP units, and related devices.

The role includes educating patients on proper device usage, testing and maintaining equipment, and documenting patient information in compliance with standards. On-call responsibilities may apply based on center needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in educating patients on device usage is preferred.
• Ability to set up and troubleshoot home medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate patients on CPAP/BiPAP machines, ventilators, oxygen concentrators, and related devices.
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Review patient information and prescribe appropriate treatment per physician orders.
• Maintain complete and organized patient records in line with accreditation standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of home respiratory care techniques and related concepts.
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed, depending on center size and staff available.

Skills

Patient education

Equipment setup

Attention to detail

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