Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare•Florence, AL

About The Position

This employee performs equipment setups in a timely and professional manner. The role is generally responsible for setting up highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, providing technical assistance with equipment, and may also include setting up all types of oxygen equipment. Patient education is an integral part of patient care and is provided according to patient needs and Lincare policy, frequently in patients’ homes. The position requires use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license. The employee performs patient assessments, maintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts, follows applicable safety and regulatory policies, facilitates prescription collection, and maintains organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards. The employee represents Lincare professionally through personal appearance, patient care, and written reports. Scheduled on-call evening and weekend work is required, with frequency based on center size and the number of employees available to share the responsibility; timely response is expected.

Requirements

Familiarity with equipment and services in a home healthcare setting, or other patient care experience, is required for Level 1.
At least two years of home healthcare experience is required for Level 2.
At least three years of home healthcare experience is required for Level 3; Level 3 may involve training other Healthcare Specialists.
Excellent human relations skills to interface with doctors, other referral sources, and patients.
Computer literacy.
Authorization within the applicable scope of practice to provide patient care services offered by Lincare, as established by state law or, where applicable, a national board.
Completion of all training and education required to obtain the applicable certification, registration, and/or license.
Maintain certification, registration, or licensure from the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRTs) and Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) are qualified for this position in all states.
A valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle are required.

Nice To Haves

Depending on state law and regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may also qualify.
Where required by state requirements, CRTs and RRTs may need current National Board for Respiratory Care credentials in addition to a valid state license.
Subject to state requirements and management approval, an exception may allow hiring a person who does not meet all listed certifications and training, if they practice respiratory therapy as authorized by applicable state law.

Responsibilities

Set up highly technical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, in a timely and professional manner.
Provide technical assistance with equipment and, as needed, set up oxygen equipment.
Provide patient education according to patient needs and Lincare policy, frequently in patients’ homes.
Use a personal vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license for job duties.
Perform complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts.
Follow applicable policies and procedures in the Safety & Regulatory Manual relating to general safety, OSHA and personal protective equipment, DOT driving safety, FDA requirements, and emergency planning.
Represent Lincare professionally through personal appearance, patient care activities, and written reports.
Facilitate prescription collection.
Maintain complete and organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
Work scheduled on-call evenings and weekends and respond in a timely manner.