Respiratory Coordinator/Educator

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Coordinator/Educator to join the Central Maine Medical Center Respiratory Therapy team! Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! Responsibilities Position Summary: Serves as a practitioner, educator, consultant, and evidence-based practice leader. Responsible for needs assessment, design and development, delivery and evaluation of in-service programs, orientation and continuing education for respiratory therapist, nurses, students, and other staff in specified clinical areas. Develops educational policies and procedures; serves as a resource person to staff and management; participates in quality and performance improvement activities; and serves on special committees as needed. Functions with the guidance of the leadership team as an integrated member of CMHC.

Requirements

Current State of Maine Respiratory Therapy license
RRT credential required
Graduate of a two-year AMA approved respiratory care program
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory therapist
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS and NRP Certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare Bachelor of Science Degree preferred
2 years clinical educator experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supports and facilitate the orientation and onboarding of new hires.
Develop, implement, and revise programs that enhance cost effectiveness and quality patient care.
Participate in identifying the learning needs of Respiratory staff.
Communicate effectively with staff and leadership team regarding educational needs and offerings.
Assess, plan, and implement programs for staff development to advance and maintain knowledge, critical thinking, and skills competency.
Develop relationships with local colleges and universities.
Plans and coordinates conferences and seminars.
Designs and develops new patient equipment instructional materials; demonstrates use to staff.
Conducts classes and/or provided individual instructions/recommendations for identified learning deficiencies.
Supervises preceptor program house-wide as needed: resource for preceptors and students on the units.
Makes recommendations and implements updates and changes to current clinical competencies and educational programs based on best practice and research recommendation.
Evaluates and maintains initial and ongoing competency validations in compliance with JCAHO and CMS standards.
Orients new staff members; evaluates skill competencies during the 90-day probationary period
Evaluates and documents staff performance of clinical skills.
Performs administrative duties as needed: management reports; Learning Management System for competency records.
Evaluates and documents staff performance of clinical skills, enhancing clinical competency.
Serves as a Respiratory planner to provide contact hours for appropriate CE and CME educational opportunities.
Provides expert clinical bedside consultation to staff.
Treats patients and families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
Follows the five rights of medication administration and reduces the risk for potential medication errors.
Demonstrates the ability to be flexible and organized.
Studies current trends, new technologies/development, teaching methodologies through professional journals, seminars/conferences, professional associations, etc.
Customer Service: Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.