Respiratory Care Educator

Job Description Summary

Performs all routine procedures of the department.

Prioritizes patient therapy according to patient acuity on a daily basis.

Administers, observes, charts, and reports effects of drugs, oxygen, respiratory treatments, and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures.

Maintains standard shift productivity.

Demonstrates knowledge of indications, contraindications, hazards, and troubleshooting of all treatments as assigned.

Demonstrates effective and efficient care through clinical competencies at least annually.

Demonstrates competency in drawing and/or running arterial blood gases at least annually.

Completes all forms in medical record and departmental records accurately and legibly according to hospital/departmental policy and procedure.

Communicates pertinent information at shift report.

Fulfills on-call responsibilities according to departmental policy.

Participates in critical care program as an educator.

Maintains ventilation patients according to departmental standards.

Demonstrates ability to teach and educate patient and family according to departmental policies and procedures.

Uses supplies, equipment, and resources in a cost-effective manner.

Ensures appropriate utilization of services by performing patient evaluations and communicating with physicians regarding suggested treatment changes.

Serves as the primary liaison with Pharmacy to address clinical issues.

Reviews drug overrides and manages related reporting.

Compiles blood gas critical value/stat QA reports for PI office and brings value outliers to the attention of administration.

Compiles ventilator days summary for infection control office and brings issues to the attention of administration.

Compiles ventilator weaning totals for administrative dashboard summary and brings issues to the attention of administration.

Works with Education Specialist to cover during absence.

All related duties as assigned by Director.

Qualifications

• Florida license for Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS Certification.
• ACLS preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Care.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years critical care experience.
• NICU experience a plus.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retailer plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!