Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Per Diem, Variable (Culver City)

Job description

Position Summary

nThe Respiratory Care Practitioner evaluates pulmonary dysfunction and performs cardiopulmonary procedures to treat and care for the patient by means of respiratory therapy and ventilatory assistance, and is responsible and accountable for the performance of all respiratory care modalities. He or she is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the needs of the patient. Provides patient education, and initiates and updates patient care plans. Performs Infant, Pediatric, and Adult Life Saving Efforts. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested such as but not limited to stocking of supplies or cleaning and set-up of equipment.

nRequired Qualifications

nnAssociate Degree related to pulmonary function

nCurrent Licensure as a RCP in the State of California

nRegistered Respiratory Therapist (if graduated after 2015)

nAHA Basic Life Support

nAHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support

nAHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support

nAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

nAbility to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

nAbility to maintain flexibility and composure in a constantly changing environment

nHospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)

n nPreferred Qualifications

nNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

nPrevious experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in an acute care hospital

nBachelors of Science Degree

nBilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

n Physical Requirements

nThese are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

nnStanding - Constantly

nWalking - Constantly

nSitting - Occasionally

nReaching with Hands and Arms - Constantly

nClimb or Balance - Occasionally

nStooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally

nTalking - Frequently

nHearing - Constantly

nSeeing - Constantly

nPerforming repetitive motions with arms or hands - Frequently

nLifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 10 lbs - Constantly

nLifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 25 lbs - Frequently

n Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs - Frequently

n Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Frequently

nDriving - None

n nEssential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility

nThe essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

nnAssesses patients need for respiratory care by validating physician orders, interviewing patients, performing assessments, and provide appropriate recommendations. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures, evaluates treatment efficacy, and modifies prescribed therapeutic procedures. Provides emergency care, including airway management, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

nPerforms cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures, calculates test results, analyzes specimens to detect abnormalities or specimen integrity issues, and evaluates implications of test results. Participates in department and hospital wide performance improvement initiatives.

nMaintains, cleans, and calibrates equipment and instruments according to manufacturer instructions for use and hospital policy, to ensure safety, integrity, and accuracy for patient use. Follows appropriate procedures for notification and removal of non-functional/unsafe equipment.

nEvaluates all clinical data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed respiratory care, participates in the development of the respiratory care plan, and provides care using clinical protocols. Ensures timely, accurate and complete patient clinical documentation to include charges and billing. Maintains institutional compliance with professional, accrediting and regulatory standards of care. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.

nEmpathizes with patient and patient support systems, expresses compassion and understanding for the situation, and demonstrates care which is appropriate for the age, and cultural, religious, gender identity, or ethnic background. Engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes deliberate/thoughtful actions regarding how to best carry out interactions with the patient, families, physicians, and co-workers.

n nBase Pay Rate: Min - $42.76 | Max - $42.76

n12HR Pay Rate: Min - $49.89 | Max - $49.89

nNote: These rates are referred to as 12-hour rates; the rate is calculated by averaging 8-hours at the base rate of pay, and 4-hours of overtime . These 12-hour rates will not show up on your paystub as base rates

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Worksite address

culver city, CA, 90232, US

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