Respiratory Therapist
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Overview Provide respiratory care services that are covered under the employee's limited license to practice respiratory care. Special Instructions This position is for a full-time Sleep Lab Tech Responsibilities
- Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills
- The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing's Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses.
- Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension
- The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP
- Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care.
- Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned
- Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information
- Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives
- Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self
- Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs)
- Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely
- Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record
- Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member
- Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development
- Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude
- Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted)
- Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct
- Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients
- Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description
- Performs other job duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required.
- No specific work experience requirement listed.
- Must be eligible to provide respiratory care services under a limited license to practice respiratory care.
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures, equipment, and patient care practices.
- Ability to perform diagnostic testing, therapeutic treatments, and patient education activities under appropriate supervision.
- Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and comply with departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Vacancy posted 13 hours ago
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