Respiratory Care Practitioner II

Respiratory Care Practitioner II

The Respiratory Care Practitioner II delivers cardiopulmonary care as directed by the physician to outpatients of Wayne UNC Health Care in an effective and efficient manner.

Responsibilities include transporting and setting up equipment and administering therapies as ordered by the physician, within 10 minutes on all STAT orders and performing scheduled treatments for routine orders in a timely manner. Provides therapy per department standards, responds to all codes appropriately, and is responsible for setup, operation, and maintenance of mechanical ventilation for adults, pediatrics, and neonates. Assists with diagnostic studies per department standard, documents and records specific information on patient's medical record, reviews patient's record to ensure against contraindication and treatment prescribed and makes recommendation to physician as necessary. Reports any complications encountered when treating patients to supervisor in charge. Restocks supplies on units and/or diagnostic rooms daily, cleans and prepares equipment for sterilization and reports damage or broken equipment. Checks dirty supply rooms daily. Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements. Actively participates in staff meetings and on committees as requested. Participates in performance improvement activities. Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Exhibits knowledge and basic understanding regarding the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, and the cultural needs of all patients. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.

Education: Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program. Licensure/Certification: RCP registered. BLS certification required. (Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Must be registered within one year of hire.) Experience: 1-2 years experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of procedures, therapies, materials, and equipment used in respiratory care. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Proficient with MS Office and EPIC, and able to learn new software rapidly. Ability to stand and work on hard floors for duration of shift.