Job Duties :
- Consistently demonstrates ability to adequately complete all documentation and charting procedures in compliance with ACHC and company policy and procedures.
- Reviews Plan of Treatments and Care Plans to assure they are accurate and up to date.
- Documents procedures including how the patient tolerated a procedure, side effects and other pertinent information.
- Assists with authorization for CPAP / BiPAP referrals for patients.
- Shows adequate knowledge of respiratory equipment and displays ability to utilize knowledge in the clinical setting.
- Demonstrates ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment in the field successfully.
- Maintains inventory control of CPAP / BiPAP supplies for sleep center.
- Displays knowledge of assessment skills and demonstrates application of clinical skills during set-ups, follow-ups, and in-services.
- Participates in discharge planning of highly technical cases.
- Performs clinical assessments as needed and reports results and recommendations to the referral and physician.
- Participates in highly technical discharges and prepares in advance to assure the patient and caregivers have a smooth transition to the home setting.
- Performs in-services to hospital staff, referrals, other professionals regarding equipment & issues of clinical nature.
- Follows up with physician and referrals regarding patient status and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
- Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling.
- Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competency, Skills and Abilities :
- Competent in PAP, Ventilator, Airway Clearance, and Oxygen therapy administration and management
- Able to perform clinical assessments and make recommendations to physicians.
- Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
- Decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities and tasks.
- Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Requirements
Minimum Job Qualifications :
- Associates degree from an AMA approved respiratory program.
- Valid and unrestricted RT clinical license in all states serviced by the branch, or an Associate degree in Nursing, with a valid and unrestricted LPN or RN clinical license.
- Must be CPR certified,
- One (1) year of clinical experience as a Health Care RT, HME RT or clinical nursing with Vent experience.
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license
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