Respiratory Care Unit Educator

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota•Saint Paul, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org . Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry. Department Overview The respiratory care discipline at Children's is generating a new perspective with cutting-edge clinical and diagnostic services including the development of clinical treatment protocols for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory care is provided in a collaborative environment where the clinical and technical expertise of the respiratory care staff is valued by nursing and physician professionals. Respiratory care staff are encouraged to participate in clinical and operational processes, education of peers and patients, and research activities. Respiratory care plays a vital role in Children's national recognition for patient safety and family-centered care. Respiratory therapists are involved in airway management, ventilatory support (including high frequency and NAVA), asthma education, point of care testing, cystic fibrosis disease management, and emergency respiratory interventions. We are a vital part of the rapid response team and the code team. We value teamwork, open communication, safety and respect. We embrace an environment that encourages learning and professional growth. Our team is committed to providing excellent care to our patients and families. Position Summary Working Respiratory Care Practitioner who coordinates at the unit level new employee orientation, staff development programs, and continuing education activities. Provides educational expertise to enhance the ability of staff to provide high quality health care to children and families. Helps assess needs, develop curricula and evaluate effectiveness of programs.

Requirements

Licensed with the State of Minnesota as a Respiratory Therapist.
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Successful completion of the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) examination within 1 year of employment.
NPS certification within 18-months of employment.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
PALS, NRP certified or within 6 months in the role.
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
Associate's degree required.
Three years of clinical experience, one of which must have been in the specialty area in which this role will be worked.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills needed to maintain constructive working relationships within the department.
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on a continuing basis.
Basic desktop computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
An extension of 9 months will be granted to obtain NPS certification if documentation is presented to show an unsuccessful examination outcome.
If a 3rd attempt at certification is required, an individual education plan will be developed in collaboration with leadership.

Responsibilities

Coordinates at the unit level new employee orientation, staff development programs, and continuing education activities.
Provides educational expertise to enhance the ability of staff to provide high quality health care to children and families.
Helps assess needs, develop curricula and evaluate effectiveness of programs.