Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare • Omaha, NE

10d

About The Position

Lincare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join its growing team. This employee sets up home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and other related equipment, and educates and trains patients in the proper use of prescribed equipment. The role also includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, reviewing prescriptions and patient information, and maintaining compliant patient records. The employee works on-call after hours and weekends as needed, with frequency determined by center size and the number of employees available to share coverage. The role requires travel to patients throughout an assigned territory using a reliable personal vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

• Must be a CRT or RRT, or, subject to state law and regulation, an RN, LPN, LVN, paramedic, EMT, or other qualified clinician.
• 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.

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 patient 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 available employees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options.
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee discounts.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed