Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner
4 months ago
Houston
At Houston Methodist, the Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) position functions in a lead role, for an assigned shift and/or area, performing lead job duties which include projects or specialized responsibilities as a regular part of their normal job responsibilities. In addition to the lead responsibilities, also performs duties and responsibilities at a Sr RCP level which include advanced procedures. This position serves as the liaison between management, staff and physicians for routine matters as the primary point of contact for resolving questions and issues for RCP's as well as support staff, resulting in the delivery of exceptional patient care and adherence to standards of practice for optimal patient safety, quality outcomes, and customer service. Duties for the Lead RCP position may be varied and include many of the following: organizing work schedules, assigning work, reviewing time cards for accuracy, conducting quality assurance audits of staff performance, developing and implementing quality improvement activities, training and mentoring staff, providing feedback on staff performance and developmental needs, participating in the development of skills and performance of staff, collecting/analyzing/reporting on data, preparing reports on department performance and metrics, and other responsibilities of a similar nature and level. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Role models to team members effective communication skills, assisting in their development of such skills. Collaborates with management and all members of the interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner., • Independently and expertly serves as the department primary resource for staff ensuring optimal department services and outcomes. Facilitates teamwork by coordinating department needs and responding positively to requests for assistance. Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results., • Orients, guides and mentors team members consisting of RCP and Sr RCPs, students and support staff, to help build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge and abilities. Provides feedback to management on team member performance and conduct. Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes., • Executes above average clinical and critical thinking skills in challenging procedures and patient care situations, utilizing conflict management techniques as appropriate., • Serves as liaison between team members, management and physicians, resolving routine matters for the shift/area., • Conducts quality audits on equipment, processes, outcomes and team member performance. Documents, develops and evaluates processes, procedures and outcomes. Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety., • Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results; takes corrective action and involves others as needed toward achievement of this end., • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered., • Initiates and leads department projects and shared governance activities. Participates in one or more department committees or subcommittees and facilitates the accomplishment of the goals of the committee., • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a RCP and leadership skills. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis., • Four years experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with two years ICU, Neonatal and/or ER (preferred at HMCCH), and lead/supervisor experience. May consider HM employee with three years respiratory care experience, one year as a HM RCP and who demonstrates progressive leadership abilities LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) AND, • RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure -- by the Texas Medical Board AND, • RRT-ACCS - Registered Respiratory Therapist Adult Critical Care Specialty (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • NPS - Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • RPFT - Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • RRT-SDS - Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorder Specialty (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • AE-C - Certified Asthma Educator (NBRC) within 6 months OR, • TTS - Tobacco Treatment Specialist (NAAP) within 6 months OR, • RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer Technologist (BRPT) within 6 months AND, • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND, • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation -- preferred, depending on area assigned OR, • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) -- preferred, depending on area assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES, • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security, • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles, • Ability to work independently, • Capable of handling challenging/difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations, • Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills, • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Respiratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents, • Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers WORK ATTIRE • Uniform No, • Scrubs Yes, • Business professional No, • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital that proudly serves the Greater Houston area, focused on the needs of patients requiring extended hospitalization. Located in Katy, west of the Texas Medical Center, Houston Methodist Continuing Care is committed to providing patients with the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality and safety, focusing on the patient and family. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient services, including hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, infectious disease management, intensive care, pain management, postsurgical complication management, pulmonary care management, trauma and neurological injury management, and outpatient rehabilitation therapies. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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