Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare•Miami, FL

About The Position

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its team. This employee sets up home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and related equipment, and educates and trains patients on the proper use of prescribed equipment. The role involves visiting patients throughout an assigned territory using a reliable personal vehicle, with mileage reimbursement provided. After-hours and weekend on-call work is needed, with frequency based on center size and the number of employees available to share coverage. The position requires maintaining appropriate certification, registration, or licensure and knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation. Lincare describes an inclusive, open, and friendly environment, training and development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

Must be a CRT or RRT; subject to state law and regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may also qualify.
Must remain certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
Must have a reliable personal vehicle to visit patients throughout the assigned territory.
Must maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance in the state of residence, in accordance with company policy.
In-depth knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and educate patients on home medical equipment, including CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and mechanical ventilators.
Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it functions safely and efficiently.
Review prescriptions and patient information to assess the patient's condition and determine suitable treatment administration consistent with physician orders.
Maintain complete and organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards.
Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts.
Work on call after hours and weekends as needed; frequency depends on center size and the number of employees available to share coverage.
Visit patients throughout the assigned territory.