Staff - Respiratory Care Practitioner - $34-48 per hour
Company: Children's Health
Location: Plano
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Children's Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for
a job in Plano, Texas.Job Description & Requirements
ABOUT THE JOB:Summary:The RCP performs the functions of a
respiratory care practitioner in direct care. This position
utilizes the respiratory care process in the delivery of
developmentally appropriate care and works effectively with members
of the health care team, including the family in the provision of
care to patients. The incumbent performs the functions of a
respiratory care practitioner in direct care and utilizes the
respiratory care process in the delivery of developmentally
appropriate care.
Responsibilities:* Demonstrates competence in professional
practice:* Utilizes established standards of evidence based care to
guide practice Provides direct patient care including but not
limited to: mechanical ventilation, aerosol therapy, pulmonary
hygiene, suctioning, oxygen therapy, inhaled gases Documents
patient status, patient response, and respiratory practitioner
interventions accurately and clearly Provides and reinforces health
teaching with patients and families --- Participates in
multidisciplinary treatment team --- Preceptor for novice
therapists* Utilizes available resources to impact patient care and
solve practice problems* Practice contributes toward achieving
Respiratory Care Mission and Vision Statement Utilizes the National
Patient Safety Goals to provide a safe environment for patients*
Participates in the development of professional and educational
activities:* Participates in continuing educational opportunities
at Children's* Supports professional organization of Respiratory
Care* Shares pertinent information gained from professional
seminars, conferences, books, or journals.* Assists in identifying
learning needs of staff therapist and other healthcare workers.*
Develops, presents and evaluates programs to meet educational needs
of other healthcare workers. Is a member of interdisciplinary
committee/project/task force when given the opportunity*
Incorporates research to clinical practice:* Demonstrates knowledge
of research and quality improvement activities.* Reads and
evaluates current research that has implications for clinical
practice.* Shares research findings with colleagues in order to
improve clinical practice.* Participates in research and quality
improvement activities.
Other information:WORK EXPERIENCE* At least 2 years job related
experience PrefEDUCATION* Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent
experience Req* Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent
experience PrefLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS* BLS Req* NRP (Plano and
NICU core) 180 Days Req* PALS certification (excluding DPMSC
Pulmonary Dept.) 180 Days Req* RRT recognized by the National Board
of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and active Texas license Req* RRT-NPS
recognized by the NBRC (preferred for CT OR) 1 1/2 Yrs Req* BLS
instructor for patient educators providing caregiver CPR Pref* BLS,
NRP, PALS instructor optional for all others Pref* NRP optional for
all others Pref* Initial Pediatric Prevention and Management of
Aggressive Behaviors (PPMAB) training must completed within 90 days
of hire and be renewed annually (Plano and OCH locations only) 90
Days ReqJOB PROFILE* Requires experience in own professional
discipline to appropriately apply own knowledge; broadens own
professional expertise and acquires higher level skills*
Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to
accomplish own work* No supervisory responsibilities but may
provide informal guidance to new team members* Solves problems in
straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using
professional/technical experience, judgment and precedents* Impacts
quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works
within guidelines and policies* Receives a moderate level of
guidance and direction* Explains complex information to others in
straightforward situationsMANAGEMENT SKILLS* Maintain effectiveness
when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or
environment; adjust effectively to work within new work structures,
processes, requirements, or cultures.* Use appropriate
interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with
customers and internal partners; interact with others in a way that
promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one's
intentions.* Meet patient and patient family needs; take
responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical
outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve
difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.* Ensure
that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business
decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices
that meet customers' and own organization's needs.* Develop and use
collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of
work goals.* Identify and understand issues, problems, and
opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw
conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of
action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is
consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable
consequences.* Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take
action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.*
Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use
appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or
conflict between two or more people.* Effectively manage one's time
and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.*
Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how
small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately
checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of
time.* Set high standards of performance for self and others;
assume responsibility and accountability for successfully
completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of
excellence rather than having standards imposed.* Assimilate and
apply new job-related information in a timely manner.* Clearly
convey information and ideas through a variety of media to
individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and
helps them understand and retain the message.
EDUCATION:Education:Essential:* Associates Degree
LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS:Credentials:Essential:* Pediatric Adv
Life Support* Resp Care Practitioner* Registered Respiratory
Thrpst* RRT-Neonatal Pediatric Spec* Neonatal Resuscitation
Program* Basic Life Support* BLS Instructor* NRP-Instructor*
Pediatric Adv Life Support* PALS Instructor
WORKING CONDITIONS:
About us
Children's Health values the role each member of our team plays in
helping us make life better for children. We employ more than 7,500
people and provide rewarding career opportunities that help them
reach their highest potential.We also hold Magnet recognition from
the American Nurses Credentialing Center for nursing excellence, we
serve as the primary pediatric teaching facility
for---the--University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and we
are widely recognized for delivering--high quality care.Children's
Health has also been named one of the--150 Top Places to Work in
Healthcare--by Becker's Healthcare for nine consecutive years.We
invite you to--learn more--about Children's Health.
BenefitsChildren's Health offers competitive pay, a
comprehensive--benefits program--and opportunities for learning and
career development. We promote a--diverse and inclusive--workplace,
and our team members have a voice in their work through surveys and
town halls.We invite you to--learn more--about Children's
Health.Childrens Health Job ID #9929. Posted job title: Respiratory
Care PractitionerAbout Children's HealthOur Mission: Make life
better for children
For more than 100 years, our mission has been to make life better
for children. Since our humble beginnings in 1913 as a baby camp,
we have had a long-standing commitment to our community that
includes not only high-quality patient care but also advocacy,
education and preventive care with an unwavering focus on our
mission.We take great pride in serving as one of the largest and
most prestigious pediatric health care providers in the country and
as the leading pediatric health system in North Texas. Through our
academic affiliation with UT Southwestern, we are a leader in
life-changing treatments, innovative technology and ground-breaking
research. We are honored to be consistently recognized among the
top children's hospitals in the country by--U.S. News & World
Report.
As the North Texas community grows, we remain committed to keeping
alive Children's Health--- Founder Nurse May Smith's spirit of
courage, dedication to excellence and service to the families in
our communities while providing world-class care.Our commitment to
our community reaches beyond our walls and into schools,
social-service organizations, corporate boardrooms, city halls and
legislative chambers. In addition to providing health care, we
often serve as a voice for the voiceless and an advocate for the
children who have no vote and no lobbying group to speak on their
behalf.--Benefits
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