Sr. Respiratory Care Practitioner (NRP)

Houston Methodist • Sugar Land, TX

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About The Position

At Houston Methodist, the Sr Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) position is an experienced and competent therapist who is responsible for performing advanced procedures as assigned; examples include and are not limited to: intubation, advance pulmonary diagnostics, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), electromagnetic navigation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), etc. This position performs all duties assigned to a RCP and participates in developing and teaching in-services/programs for the respiratory staff, quality improvement initiatives, research programs, and departmental committees or subcommittees. The Sr RCP position serves as a mentor and resource to Respiratory Care team members and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and achieve optimum performance levels in specialized areas such as ICU and NICU. This position works independently, exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care situations. The Sr RCP position may assume duties associated with coordinating activities within the Respiratory department.

Requirements

• Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credentials.
• Four years of experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, with at least two years in a critical care level.
• Neonatal experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at Houston Methodist.
• Three years of RCP experience with one year as a HM RCP.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced procedures such as intubation, advance pulmonary diagnostics, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), electromagnetic navigation, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
• Participate in developing and teaching in-services/programs for the respiratory staff.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and research programs.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to Respiratory Care team members and students.
• Facilitate teamwork and assist with patient workload.
• Provide patient teaching based on learning needs and evaluate comprehension.
• Coordinate activities within the respiratory department.
• Assist physicians by performing tests and ensuring quality of results.
• Troubleshoot and maintain respiratory equipment.
• Document all patient care and respiratory-related activities accurately.
• Identify areas for innovation and improvement within the department.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree