Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

North Memorial Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Adoption Reimbursement

Job summary

North Memorial Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide staffing and clinical support within the Respiratory Care Department. In this role, you will assist with HR tasks like recruitment, retention and performance reviews, and supervise staff in the absence of the manager.

The candidate should be NBRC-credentialed as an RRT, graduate from a JC/COARC program, and have strong communication skills with prior patient-care in acute or critical settings.

Qualifications

• NBRC credentialed as an RRT and graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Practitioner Program.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities in a high-acuity setting.
• Experience in a medical acute and critical care environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staffing and scheduling to maintain consistent patient care in the Respiratory Care Department.
• Assist Manager with HR issues such as recruiting, retention, and performance improvement.
• Supervise coordinators, team leaders, RTs, and support staff in absence of the Manager.

Skills

NBRC credentialed RRT

Effective communication

Leadership/coordination

Education

JRCRTE/COARC Respiratory Care Practitioner Program graduate

Tools

BCLS

ACLS

NRP

Job description

Why North Memorial Health?

At North Memorial Health, you’re part of an inclusive health team that is rooted in our values: Advocate Courageously, Rally Together, Respect Uniqueness and Create Impact. Empathy and care are at the heart of North’s culture which is designed to actively support each team member’s wellbeing and growth. Our strength lies in our diversity, and we embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person. Together, we empower patients to achieve their best health.

Our health system encompasses two hospital locations in Robbinsdale and Maple Grove as well as a network of 23 clinics which includes 13 primary clinics, 6 specialty clinics, 4 urgent care/urgency centers and emergency care offerings covering five counties. Our Robbinsdale Hospital, established in 1954, is a 385-bed facility recognized as the top Level 1 Trauma center for 25 years, as well as serving as a Level II pediatric trauma center. Our Maple Grove Hospital was established in 2009, is a 134-bed facility recognized as a top hospital in the state for Women and Children Care, with a Level III NICU, and is the largest Family Birth Center in the state (:5,000 deliveries per year and over 60,000 babies delivered). Both have been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® list, 2023 Women’s Choice Award Best Hospitals list.

Benefits the North Way!

As North Memorial Health is a non-profit organization you are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. Most part-time and all full-time positions are eligible for benefits.

• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan, based on workgroup eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program with New Horizon 10% off weekly childcare tuition
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit eligible team members

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At North Memorial Health we recognize that the strength of our team lies in our diversity and make every effort to embrace the unique contributions and experiences of each person on our team. We strive to ensure that everyone feels like they are a valuable part of our community, with initiatives that reinforce our belief in diversity, equity, and inclusivity, to promote a workforce that enables authenticity, as we want to be our best when providing effective services to our patients. We acknowledge and celebrate the unique traditions, backgrounds, languages, beliefs, and customs of our community, and want everyone to feel welcome. Through our DE&I initiatives we hope to dispel myths, assumptions, and acts of implicit bias.

About This Position

Provides appropriate staffing and expertise to the patient census, which will promote consistent care for patients receiving services of the Respiratory Care Department. Assists the department Manager with HR related issues such as recruiting, retention, performance improvement and employee appraisal. Provides direct supervision to department coordinators, team leaders, staff RT's, and clerical and support personnel in the absence of the Manager. Assists the Manager with quality assurance, risk management, vision rollout, and implementation. Provides a cross-divisional resource for the clinical support of other disciplines in the Medical Center. Provides oversight and supervision of R.T. staffing utilization, focused on scheduling, time & attendance, call and coverage, human resource intervention, quality assurance, and assigned projects. Maximizes department financial performance through scheduling, tracking individual performance, and participates in the evolution of the assignment process. Performs duties which will ensure appropriate care delivery for acute and critical inpatients at North Memorial Medical Center. This may be accomplished through direct bedside assessment, direct physician and unit rounding, therapy determination, patient chart review, and outcome data review. Leads in the development and implementation of department and interdisciplinary protocols, policies, and procedures relative to respiratory therapy patients in critical care.

Requirements

Education

• Must be NBRC credentialed as an RRT, and a graduate of an approved JRCRTE/COARC Respiratory Care Practitioner Program

Experience

• Must be NBRC credentialed, and have 5 years critical care experience as an Respiratory Therapist.
• Previous Management, Supervisory, or Coordinator Experience.
• Training and experience in a medical acute and critical care environment.
• Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively, organize and prioritize assignments, make decisions, and exercise good judgment

Licensure/Certification

• Current Minnesota RT License (Employees must meet all annual requirements for renewal including mandated CEU's) or obtained within 2 months of hire
• State Requirement
• Must be currently certified with both a BCLS & ACLS
• NMHC Standard
• Must be currently certified in NRP - NMHC Standard

The North Memorial Health System is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Work Group: Non Contract

Hours per two week pay period: 80

Shift: Days 8 hours

Weekend Requirement: None

Call Requirement: Off Premise Call

Remote or On-site: On-site

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Health insurance benefits are available for this position. North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.

Salary Range: N23 ($39.83 - $59.74), based on experience

Shift Differential: Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.

STI Bonus Eligible: False

Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position