Respiratory Care Practitioner

Emory Healthcare•Lithonia, GA

7d•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. The RCP consistently meets 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

Preferred 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 reports to supervisor/charge, anticipates needs.
Participates in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation.
Competent in clinical areas as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.
Suggests 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.