Respiratory Care Specialist

3 weeks ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Full time
Job Summary

This role is responsible for providing high-quality respiratory care to patients in a clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in respiratory therapy and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer aerosolized medication via Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Intermittent Aerosol Therapy (HHN), Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI or Dry Powder Inhalers (DPI))
  • Administer medical gases including heated high flow nasal cannula
  • Perform routine trach care and changes
  • Perform age-specific assessments
  • Assure correct set-up, safety and function of all equipment/supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
  • Documents results and findings in the patients electronic medical record
  • Performs airway clearance therapies and maneuvers
  • Performs bedside pulmonary mechanics (e.g. peak flow)
  • Recognizes life threatening situations and initiates response including CPR and bag-mask ventilation
  • Performs nasotracheal and artificial suctioning
  • Provides education to patients and families
  • Competent in the application mechanical ventilator modalities, including high frequency
  • Competent in the application of Non-Invasive ventilation.
  • Understands pharmacological indications, dosages and reports and responds to adverse drug reactions.
Requirements
  • Completion of a CoARC approved respiratory care program
  • One (1) year of experience as an RCP in an acute care facility or have completed the LPCHS Respiratory Care Residency Program.
  • BLS - Certified in Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Live Support
  • RCP - Respiratory Therapy License from the State of California
  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • ACLS - Adult Cardiac Life Support
  • NPS - Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (within 12 months of hire)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Ability to adjust communications to fit the needs and level of understanding of the receiver.
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes.
  • Knowledge of the indications, contraindications, and hazards of continuous long*term or short term mechanical ventilation, various respiratory therapy techniques, and anatomy, physiology and pathology related to the respiratory system required.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment.

Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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