Respiratory Therapist COPD Transitional Navigator

Overview The Respiratory Therapist COPD Transitional Navigator provides comprehensive education to patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Title White Plains Hospital Job Description Respiratory Therapist COPD Transitional Navigator Job Details Job Code: 500095 Department/Location: Respiratory Therapy FLSA Status: Non-exempt Reports To: Director of Respiratory Therapy Position Summary The Respiratory Therapist COPD Transitional Navigator provides comprehensive education to patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Responsibilities Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. Utilizes written education materials along with educational aids such as handouts, lung models, and videos as deemed appropriate. When applicable, will provide referrals for pulmonary rehab and pulmonary function testing. Acts as a liaison to physicians, case managers, and discharge planners to ensure proper length of stay, adequate education, and safe discharge. Provides follow-up care via phone to answer questions and ensure compliance and appointments with PCP. Education will include: Normal lung anatomy and physiology Physiologic changes caused by COPD Medication classifications Patients specific medication – what, when, how, and why to take. (Action Plan) Recognizing exacerbations vs. “just a bad day” – (Action Plan) Pulmonary rehab and exercise Smoking cessation Oxygen use Other home equipment use Nutrition specific to COPD patients Performs all aspects of Respiratory Therapy to both in and out patients. Categories will include adult, adolescent, infant, neonatal, pediatric and geriatric patients. Performs all other related duties as assigned Education & Experience Requirements Must be a graduate of an AMA approved program for Respiratory Therapy. Successful completion of department/hospital Orientation Program. Must hold a current CPR/BLS certification. ACLS certification required Current and valid NYS Respiratory Care License Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or will be within 6 months of accepting position. Expert knowledge of COPD, clinical respiratory assessment, and pulmonary diseases. Preferred Credentialed as a COPD educator via the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) Certified as a Tobacco Cessation Specialist Core Competencies Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills Time management and organizational skills Ability to juggle multiple priorities and exercise good judgment Team player and willing to go above and beyond to get the job done Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion at all times Physical/Mental Demands, Work Environment May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospital intranet. A copy of the SDS database can also be found at the hospital switchboard. Population Served Neonatal (birth – 28 days) Infant (29 days – less than 1 year) Pediatric (1 – 12 years) Adolescent (13 – 17 years) Adult (18 – 64 years) Geriatric (> 65 years) All populations Bariatric patients with weight-related comorbidities Other The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital. Salary Range: $98,000-$143,000/year #J-18808-Ljbffr