Respiratory Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the respiratory therapy department. Oversees the provision of diagnostic, treatment, and educational services for patients with respiratory disorders. Being a Respiratory Therapy Director develops and implements respiratory care services in accordance with the policies of the hospital and the directives of the medical staff. Monitors patient progress and treatment plans. Additionally, Respiratory Therapy Director manages departmental budgets and reports, and maintains department records and statistics. Requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Respiratory Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Alaris Health at The Chateau, a 251 bed-skilled nursing facility in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, seeks a director of respiratory therapy (RT)
Three 12 hour weekly shifts (6:30-19:00)
DIRECTOR OF RT RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Receiving & providing shift report resident clinical information
2. Completing initial ‘report rounds’ ensuring vent settings to physician Orders
3. Providing all ordered respiratory care services and clinical procedures
4. Assisting unit nursing personnel on resident out of bed periods and day room transfers
5. Maintaining on-going respiratory safety surveillance & PRN airway management
6. Complete all ‘new admission’ documentation and assessments
7. Respond & provide emergency BLS procedures as announced or observed
8. Document administration of procedures identified in EMARS, VFS & shift Progress Notes
9. Attend IDCC, morning meetings, Family Conferences & Resident/Family Educational Training
10. Communicate resident incidents, clinical developments to unit nurse & physician
11. Exchange respiratory disposable accessories according to Policy Exchange Schedules
12. Provide DME disinfecting procedures according to both Policy and Practice
Eligibility/Qualifications:
1. Graduate of an approved school for respiratory care
2. Credential CRT & or RRT by National Board for Respiratory Care, BLS & ACLS certified.
3. NJ Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing
4. Minimum of 2 years in acute/chronic respiratory care experience
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