Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare•West Hartford, CT

1d•$25 - $45

About The Position

This employee performs timely, professional equipment setups, generally involving highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units. The role also provides technical assistance with equipment and may include setup of all types of oxygen equipment. Patient education and assessment are important parts of the position, frequently taking place in patients’ homes. The employee maintains patient records and supports prescription collection while representing Lincare professionally. The position includes scheduled on-call evening and weekend work, with frequency determined by center size and staffing.

Requirements

Familiarity with equipment and services provided in home healthcare, or other patient care experience, is required for Level 1.
For Level 2, a minimum of two years in home healthcare is required.
For Level 3, a minimum of three years in home healthcare is required; Level 3 may be involved in training other Healthcare Specialists.
Excellent human relations skills to interact with doctors, other referral sources, and patients.
Computer literacy.
Authorization within the applicable scope of practice to provide Lincare patient care services.
Completion of all training and education required for the applicable certification, registration, and/or license.
Maintain certification, registration, or licensure by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
CRTs and RRTs are qualified for the position in all states; applicable state requirements may also require current National Board for Respiratory Care credentials.
Subject to state law and regulation, RNs, LPNs, LVNs, paramedics, EMTs, and other clinicians may qualify.
A valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

Set up highly technical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, in a timely and professional manner.
Provide technical assistance with equipment and set up oxygen equipment as needed.
Provide patient education according to patient needs and Lincare policy, frequently in patients’ homes.
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 safety and regulatory policies, including General Safety, OSHA, DOT driving safety, FDA, and emergency planning requirements.
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.