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- Knows and follows the indications and contraindications, the policy and procedures in administering therapeutic modalities to include: IS, HHN, Ventilator therapy for neonates, oxygen delivery devices, surfactant administration, flutter devices and metered dose inhalers.
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Neo Pedi Registered Respiratory Therapist - Weymouth, United States - South Shore Health
Description
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.Requisition Number:
R-15215
Facility:
LOC Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Neo Pedi Respiratory Therapy
Status:
Part time
Budgeted Hours:
0
Shift:
Varied Shifts (United States of America)
OFFERING NEW COMPETITIVE PAY RATES
Provides respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and given on the physician's order.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
b - Demonstrates proper procedures for the procurement of respiratory medications and reconciliation of medication count variances.
b - Discontinues treatment if any adverse or contraindication noted and documented in patient chart at time of occurrence as well as notifying the appropriate staff member, i.e., nurse, physician.
b - Lifts and moves gas cylinders utilizing proper body mechanics.
c - Demonstrates knowledge of the set up, use and problems associated with oxygen, air and vacuum outlets, regulators, flowmeters and devices.
b - Follows all National Patient Safety Goals regarding patient identification, labeling of the specimen and dealing with critical value results when performing an arterial puncture and blood gas analysis as evidenced during the process improvement reviews.
b - Performs external compression when needed in a code situation.
c - Proper handling and usage of ambu and assures proper function during code. Utilizes proper technique as observed/reported by code team participants. Able to choose correct Ambu bag.
d - Demonstrates the ability to verify endotracheal tube placement by use of an end tidal CO2 detector, breath sounds and a chest x-ray.
e - If certified to do so, successfully insert an endotracheal tube or LMA and document the procedure in the medical record and on a process improvement form.
b - Changes IQM cartridges when directed by the instrument.
c - Reports critical values according to the hospital policy and procedure.
a - Collaborate with nursing to insure that patients are on the proper device, at the proper flowrates and that the oxygen saturation is of a sufficient level for the patient.
1- Responsible for the set-up, safety check, monitoring and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators.
a - Demonstrates the ability to set properly set up and check the functionality of all ventilators at South Shore Hospital.
b - Demonstrates the ability to proficiently set-up and apply all modes of ventilation through each ventilator and can articulate the function and application of each of the modes.
d - Expedites weaning when appropriate.
e - Places patient on CPAP/Ventilator as ordered by physician.
f - Upon the order of a physician, the therapist demonstrates the ability to safely perform an endotracheal extubation.
g - Safely initiates, weans and troubleshoots nitric oxide according to protocol.
h - Safely initiates, manages and troubleshoots hi-fi ventilation
1- Demonstrates the ability to interpret a chest x-ray for endotracheal tube placement, lung expansion and gross respiratory abnormalities.
1- Maintains accurate records, documenting clinical notes in patients medical record.
a - Accurate notes are to be kept in the electronic medical record as evidenced in process improvement reviews.
b - All medications administered in compliance with bedside medication administration and missed are documented in the MAR as evidenced in process improvement reviews.
1- Maintains skills and knowledge for intubation of neonate.
a - Perform a successful endotracheal intubation upon the order of a physician.
b - Articulates the physiology of a neonatal or pediatric airway.
c - Ability to select proper size tube and intubation blade.
d - Ability to select the proper size of an in-line suction catheter and determine the appropriate depth indicator.
1- Proper documentation in department records. Participates in staff meetings, attends lectures, conferences and seminars.
a - Attends staff meetings as scheduled as evidenced by minutes of meeting or schedules time with supervisor/manager to review the discussed material.
c - Participates in hand-off communication by reporting patient progress and condition to peers and associates.
d - Participates in daily rounds.
1- Performs new respiratory procedures as they are introduced and inserviced into the Respiratory Care Department.
a - Adheres to patient identification policies/procedures as evidenced through the PI system.
b - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
c - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines and universal precautions.
d - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
e - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
1- Adheres to policies and procedures required for the implementation of the National Patient Safety Goals as determined by process improvement reviews.
20 - Member of the Neonatal transport team.
As a member of the transport team is expected to perform all duties within job description in addition to:
a - Safely transports patients within the hospital as well as to and from other facilities.
b - Demonstrates competence with BMD-10 transport ventilator, including safety checks, function and troubleshooting.
c - Demonstrates competence with manipulating transport ventilatory system to add iNO as an adjunct therapy when indicated. Including safety checks, ensuring proper function and troubleshooting.
d - Demonstrates competence and proper handling/function of i-STAT analyzer as evidenced by competencies as well as hands-on application.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Must be a graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Care.
Minimum Work Experience
2 years experience in NICU/SCN/Pediatric setting preferred.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
RCL - Respiratory Care License
Required Classes/Skills -BLS - Basic Life Support
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
PALS or ENPC - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
Preferred ACLS - Advance Cardiac Life Support
Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities
Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty exam preferred.
per diem:
varied shifts as needed
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurse's Association, INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), Respiratory Therapist - Board of Respiratory Care (Massachusetts)
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