Team Leader Respiratory

$25k Sign-On Bonus

The Respiratory Care Team Leader is a member of the interdisciplinary team working in collaboration with the Physician and Staff. The Respiratory
Care Team Leader utilizes the care process consistent with their license and certification including initiation of interventions within individual scope of practice. The Respiratory Care Team Leader is responsible to oversee any necessary coordination of the interdisciplinary plan of care and provides for its consistency with the medical treatment plan. The Respiratory Care Team Leader assists with assignments based on acuity and staffing. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical orientation, competency, staff development, and continuing education programs. Implements and evaluates educational programs, updates content for orientation, mentorship, competency, staff development and continuing education, based on current evidence-based practice. Participates in staff chart audits and provide real time feedback for improvement. Assist with coaching for success.

The patient care process includes:

• Assessment - an orderly process consisting of the identification, gathering and organization of subjective and objective data pertaining to the patient/family/significant other.
• Planning - an organized step in the process that consists of the identification of actual or potential problems and desired outcomes (goals) that result in a documented plan of care. The plan of care provides direction for the patient/family/significant other and interdisciplinary team.
• Intervention - the specific interventions or orders that are implemented consistent with the plan of care and medical treatment plan.
• Evaluation - a step in the process that involves determining the effectiveness of the interventions in achieving the plan of care and determining the conclusions concerning the achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes. The evaluation may initiate the need for reassessment and revisions to the problems, goals, plan of care, and interventions. This step provides for documentation of required actions. Based upon findings identified during assessment and reassessment:
• Patients have problems identified and prioritized relative to biophysical, psychological, environmental, self care, educational and social status.
• Goals are identified consistently with the problem of providing direction for patient care and health promotion.
• Education is consistent with the identified problem and associated goals and is seen as critical to creating an environment that promotes patient empowerment.

Licensed, certified care providers responsible for utilizing the care process relative to their scope of practice and knowledge base, may document the assessment, plan, intervention and evaluation. All patient care activities are administered according to standards, procedural guidelines and organizational policy.

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Respiratory Therapist Team Leader

The Respiratory Care Team Leader actively supports performance improvement initiatives and provides leadership to other members of the patient care team. By participating in educational activities, the Respiratory Care Team Leader assumes responsibility for continued professional and personal growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory care. Bachelor's Degree required, or 8+ years required in lieu of bachelor's degree.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Licensed by the State Board of Respiratory Care and must be Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLSHCP required upon hire or transfer; Position requires certification in one of the certifications listed: AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NRP. Must obtain the Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (NPS) certification within one year of hire or transfer.

EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of general and critical respiratory care required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office applications required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury.

• Position requires extensive standing and walking and the ability to move patients utilizing good body mechanics.
• Position requires pushing and pulling of equipment weighting up to 25 lbs. 25lbs -- 40lbs would require assistance.
• Must be able to handle stressful emergency situations effectively. Must have the ability to distinguish colors.

Essential functions of this position are listed on the department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership.


The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits , including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.