Respiratory Care Practitioner II - Per Diem - 12 hour shifts

Respiratory Care Practitioner RCP II

Administers routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in all areas of the hospital, as prescribed by a physician, and under the direction of the Director or Shift Leader. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG.

Required Qualifications:

Education:
1. High school graduate or equivalent
2. Associate Degree from a recognized JRCRTE/AMA approved two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program.
Licensure:
1. Valid California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of California
Certification:
1. Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) From American Heart Association (AHA)
2. Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder
3. Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) From American Heart Association (AHA) within 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's)
4. Valid Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) from AHA/AAP within 60 days of hire or 12 months of implementation of Respiratory Care Professional Development Career Ladder (not required for those who work exclusively in Pulmonary Rehab or PFT's)
5. Actively credentialed as a, "Registered Respiratory Therapist" from the National Board of Respiratory Care or 5 years recent experience as a Respiratory Care practitioner at WHHS
Work Experience for Respiratory Care Dept:
1. Meets all RCP I requirements
2. Completed 1000 hours of acute care experience
3. NICU II or assists with Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
4. ICU/IMC
5. ED/Trauma
6. Med/Surg Units
7. Onc/Tele/Neuro/Ortho units
8. Pediatrics
9. Advanced Care, including but not limited to: intubation assist, artificial airway management, ventilator management, critical care transports
10. Proficient in Respiratory Therapy driven protocols and strategies, including but not limited to: Flolan therapy, ICU Ventilator management and Weaning protocols, Bronchodilator protocol, Pediatric Asthma protocol, Lung Protection Strategies (ARDSnet)
11. Mentor and orientate new Respiratory Care Practitioners
12. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG
Work Experience for Pulmonary Rehab/PFT Dept:
1. Meets all RCP I requirements
2. Completed 1000 hours in either Pulmonary Rehab program or Pulmonary Function Testing at WHHS
Technical Knowledge:
1. Understand patient's condition and changes in condition, by classifying the patient according to stability levels.
2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal physiology related to the respiratory system.
3. Understanding of the indications, appropriateness, contraindications, and side effects of various medications and treatment techniques
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
5. Ability to organize work, set priorities and perform detailed work

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

Education:
1. Bachelor Degree in Respiratory or related health sciences/Healthcare
Work Experience:
1. One to two years of experience in an acute care setting or Pulmonary Rehab Program

Technical Knowledge Requirements:

Respiratory Care Dept
1. Administers routine respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages in the following units, including but not limited to General Floors (Medical/Surgical/Tele/Ortho/Oncology/Neuro), Pediatrics, Emergency Room/Trauma, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMC), as prescribed by a physician, and under the Director or Shift Leader
2. Displays competency, knowledge and proficiency with ventilator patients, ABG's, Bipap and bedside spirometry
3. Assists patients with education and health promotion
4. Performs other related duties as assigned, including EKG
PulmonaQ! Rehab/PFT Dept
1. Administers care for all phases of the Pulmonary Rehab program to include but not limited to: validation of patient acceptance, obtaining orders for entry, obtaining pre-authorizations, submits charges, completes registration forms
2. Creates Individual Treatment Plans (ITP's), conducts exercise programs, education sessions
3. Supports and assists with WHHS's Better Breather's Support Group
4. Develops home discharge plans, and creates discharge summaries while maintaining all of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) standards
5. Displays competency in performing Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) to include but not limited to: daily calibrations, quality controls, verification of insurance/obtaining pre-authorizations
6. Document follow-up surveys/outcomes with Pulmonary Rehab graduates every 6 months
7. Reconcile charges and submits weekly/monthly Revenue and Usage report
8. In addition to performing the essential functions listed, may also be assigned other duties as required
Skills/Computer Knowledge:
1. Functional Knowledge of EPIC electronic medical chart documentation system preferred

Essential Job Responsibilities Division: Patient Care Services Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner II Page 4

Demonstrates Skill Key Components: competency, job knowledge, organizational skills, analytical skill, management of information, employee&patient safety
Demonstrates Skill - 1.Assesses Service Line needs on an ongoing basis related to supplies, equipment and physician/staff education. Participates in evaluation of new supplies and equipment, soliciting input from medical and nursing staff, and makes recommendations based on the value analysis process.
2.Demonstrates expertise and current knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation and equipment involved in clinical services.
3.Demonstrates leadership capabilities and ability to coordinate activities to ensure appropriate and efficient use of resources (staff, supplies, equipment)
4.Demonstrates effective communication skills.
5.Demonstrates effective leadership skills including organization, coordination, and delegation.
6.Remains current in knowledge of new technologies introduced into the Respiratory or Pulmonary Rehab departments
7.Demonstrates an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for improving own level of practice.

Planning&Coordinating Key Components:
1.Utilizes available resources to problem solve effectively.
2. Functions as a clinical resource to staff and physicians for respiratory related techniques and accompanying technology.
3. Functions to establish priorities of unit operations based on essential patient needs and availability of resources such as personnel, equipment and supplies.
4.Coordinates needs for specialized supplies and/or equipment with Materials management.
5.Evaluates supplies, instruments, equipment and new technology.

Professionalism Key Components: dependability, interpersonal skills, teamwork, patient first ethic, customer service, communication skills, punctuality/attendance, receptiveness to criticism, judgment, confidentiality
1.Collaborates with Director of Respiratory Care Services and Coordinator on clinical aspects of patient care, education presentations and performance improvement projects.
2.Collaborates with the Director in the assessment of systems in the work setting to identify opportunities for improvement and change.
3.Ensures direct and indirect service provides for safety, comfort, hygiene, protection, disease prevention, and restorative measures for the patient populations served.
4.Communicates and coordinates activities required to resolve issues related to supplies/equipment.
5.Assures staff has appropriate skill and knowledge to perform procedures, utilizes supplies, and equipment correctly.
6.Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching provided to staff.
7.Acts as the patient advocate by ensuring that safe practices are adhered to in the course of caring for the patient.
8.Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patients' rights and the patient first ethic.
9.Assures strict confidentiality guidelines are adhered to by all staff members, both intra and inter departmentally.
10.Demonstrates professional responsibility by developing, maintaining and following Hospital, Divisional, and unit-based policies and procedures, and Memorandums of Understanding.
11.Demonstrates integrity and fosters teamwork among colleagues and staff.
12.Participates in multidisciplinary and unit based performance improvement activities.
13.Provides quality customer service, and acts as a role model.

Improving the Organization Key Components: performance improvement, quality initiatives - 1.Seeks to improve operations, keep staff informed, and reduce the cost profile of service lines.

Self-Development Key Components: maintain license/certification, education and training - 1.Demonstrates awareness of self-learning needs and seeks ways to meet these in order to maintain current competency and respond to new management demands.
2.Seeks to