Lead Respiratory Therapist (PRN/Alternating Shifts)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Michigan City, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Within Franciscan, the Lead Respiratory Therapist monitors shift operations and staffing needs within the respiratory care services department, while also directly conducting the job duties of a Respiratory Therapist. This position provides clinical guidance, mentorship, and training to departmental staff, and works closely with management to maintain a patient-oriented environment and workflow conducive to quality patient care delivery. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)- State Required
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - State Licensing Board Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Responsibilities

Monitor the operation of a unit and provide input to the performance of individuals through feedback and recommendations.
Coordinate and draft coworker shift schedules, ensuring adequate staffing coverage is always available.
Conduct community outreach programs/events, such as acting as a liaison for outreach for pulmonary/respiratory support.
Educate patients and their caregivers about their condition and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment.