Pulmonary Disease Navigator
About The Position
The Pulmonary Disease Respiratory Therapy Navigator provides clinical support, treatment access, education and coordination of patient-centered care to benefit the patient, family and multidisciplinary physicians while helping achieve optimal outcomes for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary (COPD) patients and their families. This position will serve as the navigator for the medical inpatients that have a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and other pulmonary disease. Work with Pulmonary Clinic to provide targeted care and education for these patients. Job Description: Seeking a Pulmonary Disease Navigator! Full-time, days Baptist Health Floyd, Respiratory Care Southern Indiana/ Louisville, Kentucky area The pulmonary disease educator is a respiratory therapist that assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases and conditions. As part of patient assessment and management, the therapist performs diagnostic test procedures. In addition, therapists assist in departmental operations by assisting with quality improvement projects and development of the pulmonary disease program. The pulmonary disease educator follows all applicable rules and regulations established by the licensure board depending on the state in which respiratory therapy is practiced. Position/Opportunity Highlights: · Opportunity to work in all areas of the hospital · Opportunity to use a variety of Respiratory Therapy skills · Opportunity to work with a great team of Certified and Registered Respiratory Therapists
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor's degree from an AMA Accredited Respiratory Program
- Successful completion of the CRT or RRT exam from the NBRC, if not RRT must obtain within 12 months of hire
- Indiana State Respiratory Care Practitioner License
- BLS certification required, will provide training
- ACLS certification within 12 months of hire
- PALS certification within 12 months of hire
- NRP certification within 6 months of hire
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree from an AMA Accredited Respiratory Program preferred
Benefits
- We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
