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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.


Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Compensation:




Union Position:
No

Department Details
This position is full-time 40 hours a week working 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday. This position has rotating on-call. On-call may also land on a holiday, otherwise no regular scheduled weekends or holidays required.Summary
Required to deliver assessment, therapeutic intervention and education for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders or associated complications.Job Description
- Assess individuals to prevent, detect, monitor and manage disease and complications.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to directly impact cardiopulmonary health, as well as overall health status according to established goals and interdisciplinary care plans.
- Provide education to promote preventative care, self-management, enhanced cardiopulmonary health and quality of life.
- Perform regular assessments of patients and the equipment they use.
- Offer treatment suggestions based on the analysis of the patient. Work with patients in their home, hospital and clinic environments depending on patient needs.
- Work as part of a team of physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with patient home respiratory therapy.
- May be required to work on call shifts on a rotating basis.
- Must possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care, as well as knowledge of equipment utilized in the department.
- Demonstrate the knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care.
- Required to complete orientations, competency validations and other in-service as required by the department and medical center.
We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us. It takes all of us to make a difference.
Qualifications
Associate degree in respiratory care from an accredited respiratory care program or in nursing required.Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, Commission on CollegiateNursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for NursingCommission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).Currently holds a Respiratory Therapy (RT) or Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state(s) where the practice is occurringand/or possess multistate licensure when applicable. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Obtains andsubsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.If a licensed RT, must possess Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credentialsas attained through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and maintain active status according to NBRCcredentialing requirements.Licensed RNs must possess licensure through the applicable state Board of Nursing (BON).Active Driver’s License is required.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.Â
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