RRT RCP II Nights
Company: Prime Healthcare
Location: National City
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and
cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for performing
respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as
ordered by the physician. Emphasis will be toward the assessment,
planning, implementation and documentation of care, with
consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements
of the patient. In the absence of a supervisor, may be
assigned/identified as Lead RCP, having responsibility for the
section or department during their shift.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrates accurate administration of respiratory medications;
verbalizes knowledge of restrictions/precautions that apply to
medication administration; recognizes generic/trade drug names.Sets
up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical
care duties needed for such treatment, such as airway management
and tracheal suctioning.Consults with other healthcare providers to
formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a
patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning; includes patient's
family in the teaching as appropriate. Coordinates and directs
patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and that hospital
policy is followed. Treats patients and their families with respect
and dignity.Performs all aspects of direct patient care in an
environment that optimizes patient safety.Performs EKGs utilizing
proper electrode placement, performs mechanical/tracing
troubleshooting and recognizes severely abnormal results for
physician notification, sends reports to physicians who requested
them and files reports in department according to department
procedures. (age specific)Demonstrates competency to perform IPPB
or alternative modes (EZPAP) using mouth seal & mouthpiece therapy;
knowledge of indications, contraindications and hazards of therapy
(age-specific).Performs Allens test properly and indicates its
purpose; performs safe sample analysis (age-specific).Demonstrates
competency to perform free-flow nebulizer therapy using mask,
mouthpiece, and blow-by/mask for infants; knowledge of indications,
contraindications and hazards of therapy
(age-specific).Demonstrates competency to perform metered-dose
inhaler (MDI) therapy using spacer devices, proper instruction for
patient use, knowledge of indications, contraindications and
hazards of therapy; knowledge of drug interactions with same-drug
liquid doses (age-specific), contraindications and hazards of
therapy (age- specific).Demonstrates competency to properly
instruct patient on Incentive Spirometry exercises, optimizing
patient under- standing and compliance to perform on own, knowledge
to utilize alternative methods (EZPAP) for non-compliance or
ineffective outcomes; knowledge of indications, contraindications
and hazards of therapy (age-specific).Demonstrates competency to
properly administer oxygen therapy via nasal cannula, simple mask,
venturi-mask, non/partial rebreather mask, high-flow and humidifier
setups, Bird blenders for infant hoods, portable oxygen tank use,
use of flowmeters, flowmeters with power take-off, oxygen
regulators; knowledge of indications, contra- indications, hazards
and optimal titration practices (age-specific).Demonstrates
competency to properly administer aerosol therapy via large volume
nebulizer, instructions and education to patient and/or parents;
knowledge on indications, contraindications, hazards of therapy and
optimal titration practices (age-specific).Demonstrates competency
in safe and proper performance of sputum induction; knowledge of
tonicity of saline used; knowledge of indications,
contraindications and hazards of procedure; knowledge of proper
sample handling to Clinical Laboratory and required
requisitions/paperwork/documentation (age-specific).Demonstrates
competency to perform unit specific ventilator/ventilation
management setup, Operation Verification Procedure (OVP) and safe
and proper use; competency in ventilator weaning techniques and
parameter interpretation (age- specific).Demonstrates competency in
safe and proper performance of suctioning (tracheal, nasotracheal,
orotracheal); safe and proper use of suction catheters; knowledge
of indications, contraindications and hazards; knowledge to
Clinical Laboratory and required
requisitions/paperwork/documentation (age-specific).Demonstrates
competency in airway management of endotracheal tubes, tracheostomy
tubes, ETT/trach care, ETT taping/re-taping/repositioning;
knowledge to identify skin integrity changes with ETT/trach tubes;
knowledge of indications, contraindications and hazards of airway
maintenance (age-specific).Demonstrates competency to assist with
endotracheal intubation; setup of intubation tray and supplies;
verification of tube cuff competency; cricoid pressure, proper tube
placement and tube securement; knowledge of indications,
contraindications and hazards (age-specific).Demonstrates
competency in safe patient transfers and transports (internal,
external); checks necessary equipment on crash carts, resuscitation
bag, oxygen cylinder pressures.Demonstrates competency operating
department's blood gas analyzers, knowledge on calibration,
trouble- shooting, preventive maintenance and quality control
analysis; knowledge of panic values and immediate notification to
physician (age-specific).Demonstrates competency to setup pulse
oximeters, rapid correlation and interpretation of oximetry values,
setup of all alarm parameters; troubleshooting interventions and
what appropriate action to take for abnormal values
(age-specific).Demonstrates ability to recognize normal and
abnormal signs of growth in the newborn to geriatric patient and
the ability to act on abnormal findings (age-specific). Follow's
hospital and departmental infection control policies and
procedures.Documents all pertinent data on the patient's medical
record following completion of any service.Competent in performing
employee and patient skin testing and measurement of skin test
results. Provides accurate documentation of test results according
to department procedure.Competently assists with bronchoscopy and
laryngoscopy procedures, including equipment / supply set up,
patient preparation, monitoring of the patient, laboratory specimen
processing, cleaning of equipment, leakage testing of scopes.
Knowledgeable of radiologic concerns for fluoroscopy
procedures.Performs transcutaneous oxygen studies, including
maintenance and calibration of electrodes, obtains optimum
measurement of selected sites.Attends and maintains mandatory
training in safe patient handling, trained in safe lifting
techniques, includes but not limited to 1. Appropriate use of
lifting devices and equipment, 2. Five areas of body exposure:
vertical, lateral, bariatric repositioning and ambulation 3. Use of
lifting devices to handle patients safely.Performs other duties as
assigned or required.
Qualifications:
Education and Work ExperienceState Respiratory Care Practitioner
(RCP) License required.Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and
maintain current.Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
required.2 years experience as an RCP preferred.ACLS certificate
within 60 day of hire and maintain current.NRP certificate
preferred.PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain
current.Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required. If
there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high
school diploma or equivalent is requiredWe are an Equal
Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate
against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender,
gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected
characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the
application process, please contact Human Resources. EEO is the
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