Respiratory Care Assistant - Nicu

Detalles de la oferta

Respiratory Care Assistant - NICU

Requisition ID

2024-50958

Category

Respiratory Therapy

Overview

Contingent, working at least 8hrs per week, Evening Shift (3pm-11pm) Flexible schedule to work around school Must be currently enrolled in your 1st year
Responsible for performing respiratory care therapies as allowed by the Limited Permit and equipment setup, under the direction and supervision of a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP). Demonstrates competence as defined (*) in Respiratory Care Assistant responsibilities in providing ageappropriatecare and service to patients from the age of birth to 21 years, and selected adult patients.
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.
Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.
We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.
Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.
Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.
Responsibilities

Reviews the patient chart for current respiratory care orders. Reviews other patient data (e.g., PFT's,
ABG's, and history) to ensure appropriate planning and administration of ordered therapy. Assesses the patient's cardio-respiratory status using techniques such as inspection, auscultation, lab
values and X-rays to aide in the delivery of ordered therapy. Assesses and documents the effectiveness of ordered respiratory care treatments. Monitors responses
to therapy using clinical parameters such as HR, RR, color, WOB, and LOC. Works closely with physicians and other health care team members. Recommends alternative modes of
therapy when applicable. Administers IPPB, PD&P, aerosol therapy, pulse oximetry, peak flows, oxygen, humidification therapy
and other airway clearance devices. Delivers medications primarily by the aerosol route. Accurately
documents all therapy performed. Sets up, calibrates, and troubleshoots ventilators and O2 delivery devices. Assists in the cleaning and
processing of equipment. Responds appropriately to all codes and traumas. Performs tasks within scope of practice (e.g., CPR, Cspine
immobilization). Responsible for the order entry and billing of services on the hospital computer system. Assists in arrangements for home care patients to include patient/parent teaching, review of equipment,
and cleaning techniques. Accepts verbal orders from physicians that pertain to Respiratory Care and/or Patient Care Services
policies and procedures in accordance with the verbal order policy of the Patient Care Services
Department. Provides age-appropriate basic and intermediate care to patients of all ages (neonates to adults). Fulfills annual continuing education requirements for state licensure. Performs other related duties as assigned. Respiratory therapists are authorized to access the unit medication rooms or bedside medication
drawers in order to retrieve medications they are authorized to administer.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required in interactions with patients and parents, and
hospital staff.
3. Ability to work under general supervision.
4. Meets one of the following criteria:
* Enrolled and in good standing in a respiratory care educational program
5. Any patient care activities can only be done by those who are Limited Permit Holders in the state of Ohio.
6. Must possess and maintain current CPR card, and obtain and maintain PALS and/or NRP certification as
required by unit.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typing on computer Constantly (67-100%)
Using phone Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Frequently (34-66%)
Standing Occasionally (0-33%)
Lifting Occasionally (0-33%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Must be able to see, hear, speak, read, and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation and care
for oneself with little or no difficulty. Must be able to apply the principles of body mechanics in lifting or
moving patients and/or equipment. Must be able to independently lift up to 50 pounds. Performance of
principle duties and responsibilities may require the ability to travel.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by
individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed
by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign,
direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
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