Performs all respiratory care procedures including patient assessments and implements treatment and therapies in accordance with department and hospital protocols and with in physician order. Implements and evaluates the plan of care related to respiratory procedures including but not limited to aerosol, secretion mobilization, and hyperinflation therapies. Provides care

Completes a thorough psychosocial assessment for new patients. Utilizes critical thinking to identify and screen high risk social cases. Provides pre treatment planning, psychosocial counseling/interventions, health education, financial counseling, referrals, and discharge/transition planning. Collaborates with team, other ancillary departments, case management staff, and

Presents afriendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve

Assists Sterile Processing Technicians to help ensure that all policies and procedures are followed, and assists Supervisor with annual staff evaluations. Assists with ordering needed supplies and instruments for department. Helps to ensure that all equipment in the department is in proper working order. Oversees personnel engaged in processing, decontaminating, sterilizi

Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing all surfaces. Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary. Stocks paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as necessary or designated.

Quality Develops and implements education opportunities for staff identified through needs assessments, departmental and system goals and new/expanded clinical programs. Supports staff to seek/maintain specialty certification including monitoring progress and completion. Participates in review of unit/division dashboard through LDOC and assesses for opportunities to impro

Establish positive first impressions with patients and customers, establishing a role as patient advocate. Triage all incoming telephone calls and electronic messages, prioritizing and resolving, involving the provider as appropriate, successfully completing the communication cycle. Document all communications in the electronic medical record. Schedule patient for visit w

Consistently practices Patients First philosophy and adheres to high standards of customer service. This includes setting an example to peers, coworkers, etc. by fostering a team atmosphere. Responds to questions and concerns. Forwards, directs, and notifies Team Lead or Operations Coordinator of extraordinary issues as necessary. Maintains patient confidentiality per HIP

The Respiratory Therapist RRT reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This role provides care for patients with respiratory disorders. Qualifications Required Graduate

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Collects and analyzes data, identifies expected outcomes, develops and implements an individualized plan, coordinates care delivery and evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. Directs care and determines the appropriate utilization of any assistant involved in providing direct patient care. Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff. Creat

Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately. Communicates with patient before procedure to obtain history, explain risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety, and comfort. Positions patient to achieve optimal image quality. Selects data such as anatomical area and sets proper technique to ensure o