Lead Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner (Hiring Immediately)

bJOB DESCRIPTION/bbrbr Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast.br brJob Summary:br brLeads the daily management and supervision of the respiratory care staff, both clinically and administratively. Performs clinical duties including patient assessment, ventilator management, diagnostic evaluation and other respiratory care as needed. Acts as an expert clinician who demonstrates a high level of knowledge/expertise, and is a leader/resource to the healthcare team. Recommends/coordinates scheduling of work assignments and daily priorities of staff.br brJob Requirements:brbrEducation and Work Experience:br ul liBachelor's Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred/li liMaster's Degree: Preferred/li liFive years' technical experience with specialized knowledge in PICC, Peds, and/or NICU: Preferred/li liTwo years' leadership experience: Preferred/li /ulbrLicenses/Certifications:br ul liRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and Respiratory Care Practitioner(RCP) license: Required in CA/li liCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required/li liNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred/li liAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred/li liPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred/li liPediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification: Preferred/li liRegistered or Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care: Required/li /ulul liRegistered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential: Required/li /ul brFacility Specific License/Certifications:br ul liBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required/li /ulbrEssential Functions:br ul liOrganizes department functions. Administers all therapies, as ordered by the physician, according to the departmental policies and procedures. Assures that all pulmonary function testing is done as accurately as possible. Assesses patients and recommends appropriate therapies/interventions. Helps educate patients in regards to their illnesses or condition and the relationship of their therapy. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of respiratory therapy practices, scope of practices, policies, procedures and techniques involved in providing comprehensive patient care. Demonstrates understanding and proper use of all patient care equipment./li liEnsures that the department has sufficient supplies and equipment to perform its assigned duties./li liOrganizes and directs staffing levels, billing procedures and equipment maintenance. Prepares and updates department policies and procedures in accordance with current standards and hospital policy./li liAssists in emergency resuscitation, as required, by intubating such patients as necessary, but only if approved to do so as declared in policy statements (must be certified). Assists in maintaining appropriate amount of supplies and equipment parts, bringing to the attention of the Supervisor any devices needing repair. Implements infection control measures. Cleans and assembles equipment as necessary./li liOrients and trains new staff. Completes performance improvement for the department. Supervises substantially complex activities./li liPerforms other job-related duties as assigned./li /ulbrOrganizational Requirements:br brAdventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.brbr Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.br br#AHJOBbrbrbABOUT US/bbrbr Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Respiratory Therapist, Location:Deer Park, CA-94576