Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
* Administers aerosolized medication via Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV), Intermittent Aerosol Therapy (HHN), Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI or Dry Powder Inhalers (DPI))
* Administers medical gases including heated high flow nasal cannula
* Performs routine trach care and changes
* Performs 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 patient’s 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.
* Competence in acute care units and one intensive care unit
* Participates in clinical discussion, patient care rounds and care plans for patients
* Performs diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures (e.g. EKG)
* Transports patients within the hospital
* Assess skin as related to interface with respiratory therapy equipment