Registered Respiratory Therapist Advanced Practitioner

Position Summary This RN Advanced Practitioner provides respiratory care, pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing, and advanced clinical monitoring techniques to patients. The role may lead and coordinate services and provide direction to staff on an assigned shift. Core Functions Performs all basic modalities and advanced practice respiratory therapy, pulmonary plus cardiology diagnostic testing as prescribed. Performs multiple access procedures, arterial and venous and may assist in FDPAC and IAPB insertion and associated invasive cardiac outputs/profile. Applies and manages mechanical ventilators in collaboration with physicians and licensed independent practitioners recommending adjustments to improve clinical condition. Assembles, disassembles, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and performs adjustments in durable medical equipment and circuitry. Performs patient assessment and evaluates patient response to care, making recommendations to physicians and providing documentation. Acts as a resource to therapists and other healthcare practitioners regarding patient status, equipment, and operational issues. Participates in interdisciplinary rounding. Participates in ongoing monitoring of quality, appropriateness, and effectiveness of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Assists with training, orientation, and continuing development of students, orientees, and staff. May be assigned shift supervision responsibilities and may coordinate oversight of quality and safety standards, assist in budget development, and provide operational resource management of staff, supplies, and equipment. Minimum Qualifications Associate or technical degree. Proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). RRT required for all new hires to the position after October 1, 2015. Incumbents must possess their RRT by October 1, 2017. A current license in state practiced as required by state law. Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and/or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is required as pertinent to the practice specialty. In Home Care setting, must possess valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy. In-depth knowledge of clinical techniques, applications and equipment as typically obtained through 3 years of clinical experience. Must possess highly effective human relation skills necessary to interface with patients, families, staff and other healthcare personnel. Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Preferred Qualifications Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) certification preferred for NICU and PICU specialists. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. Benefits At Banner Health we offer a comprehensive benefit package designed to help you focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life. EEO Statement Banner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Banner Health supports a drug‑free work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr