Resp. Care Practitioner I

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. The RCP employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. The role adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards, Emory Service Culture Guidelines, and provides Patient and Family Centered Care, consistently meeting departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.

Requirements

Associates degree in Respiratory Care
New Graduate to 2 years experience
Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care
BLS required
ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire
NRP required for Special care nursery/NICU

Nice To Haves

Membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC)

Responsibilities

Completes and Maintains all competencies
Refers and Guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting
Assures competence to function if working in new area
Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed
Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs
Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation
Competent in clinical areas as appropriate
Other duties as assigned
Suggest modifications to care to patient care team
Acquires resources not readily available
Serves as a resource for ventilator management
Regularly attends department meetings (75%)
Regularly attends in services and educational offerings
Partners in product evaluation and selection
Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice
Encouraged to attend one professional Local, State or National Respiratory conference every two years
10 CEUs required annually