RT​/RN Part Time Bellingham-Wa

Overview

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Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients  provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

Salary: $23.65 - $39.28 / Hour

Assists in the treatment and management of patients with clinical needs.

• Provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on the proper use of equipment and/or respiratory care procedures.
• Ensures patients and/or caregivers can effectively operate and maintain equipment. Performs clinical assessments and tests such as pulse oximetry, ETCO2, spirometry, and vital signs.
• Responsible for routine patient follow-up contacts based on individual needs.
• May need to perform on-call duties as needed.
• Provides and operates various types of respiratory care equipment including but not limited to oxygen therapy, nebulization therapy, apnea monitoring, suctioning, PAP, invasive and non-invasive ventilation.
• Inspects and tests equipment to ensure proper operating condition.
• Prepares and maintains a record for each patient containing all pertinent information, care plans, physician prescriptions and follow-up documentation.
• Responsible for accurate data entry on monitoring websites for certain respiratory equipment.
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient treatment, medical condition, home environment, and Plan of Care.
• Participates in ongoing education and training sessions regarding respiratory patient care.
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

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• Meets company minimum standard of Background Check

• Graduate of an accredited program for respiratory therapy is required.

• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license and auto insurance per Apria policy. Will be required to drive personal vehicle for patient home visits.
• Registration or certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Hold a current RCP license in the state of practice (or states that the location covers) if that state requires an RCP license to allow the practice of respiratory therapy.
• Hold a current CPR Certification.
• Hold all applicable licensure in good standing for all states of practice.

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone and electronically.
• Successful completion of Apria's respiratory therapy orientation and competency evaluation program.

• Ability to use electronic hand held device
• Microsoft Office programs
• Basic printing/faxing/scanning

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

• At least one year related experience is preferred.

• Not specified

• Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. Requires computer and telephone use. Vision requirements include close and distance vision. Travel by plane and automobile may be required. Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is required to safely operate a motor vehicle during the day and night in a range of weather and traffic conditions.
• Noise level varies from low to high depending on location and activity.
• Moderate exposure to dust, fumes, mists and odors.
• Temperature ranges from indoor climate-controlled environments to various outdoor conditions.
• May require vaccinations and medical assessments consistent with exposures.
• Will wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
• May work with cryogenic fluids requiring precautions and PPE.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status prohibited by law.