Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare•Fort Myers, FL

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 setting up all types of oxygen equipment. Patient education is an integral part of 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 completes patient assessments, maintains knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts, follows applicable safety and regulatory procedures, facilitates prescription collection, and maintains organized patient records in compliance with accreditation standards. The role includes scheduled evening and weekend on-call work, with frequency determined by center size and staff availability; timely response is required. Candidates must have the required training and education for the applicable clinical certification, registration, or license and remain appropriately credentialed under applicable law. Respiratory therapists with CRT or RRT credentials qualify in all states. Depending on state law and qualifications, other licensed or authorized clinicians may also qualify. Lincare offers ongoing training and advancement opportunities, along with a range of employee benefits.

Requirements

Level 1: Familiarity with equipment and services provided in home healthcare or other patient care experience is required.
Level 2: A minimum of two years in home healthcare is required.
Level 3: A minimum of three years in home healthcare is required; may be involved in training other Healthcare Specialists.
Excellent human relations skills for interaction with doctors, other referral sources, and patients.
Computer literacy.
Must be a clinician authorized within the applicable scope of practice to provide Lincare’s patient care services.
Must complete all training and education required to obtain the requisite certification, registration, and/or license.
Must remain certified, registered, or licensed by the applicable state and/or national board governing clinical practice, or as otherwise permitted by law.
CRTs and RRTs qualify for the position in all states; other clinicians may qualify subject to state law and regulation.
A valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle are required.

Nice To Haves

Current National Board for Respiratory Care credentials may be required for CRTs and RRTs, depending on applicable state requirements.
Subject to state requirements and management approval, an exception may allow hiring a person who does not meet all listed certifications and training requirements but is authorized by applicable state law to practice respiratory therapy.

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.
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 and procedures, 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 evening and weekend on-call shifts and respond in a timely manner.