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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

An employee in this position works directly with patients in the Pulmonary Rehab program, as part of an interdisciplinary team, to provide comprehensive services to develop an integrated treatment program that includes participant education, exercise training, psychosocial support, and follow-up.

Employment Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of respiratory therapy or field

related to cardiopulmonary health. Respiratory care practitioners must be

certified, registry preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in direct care of pulmonary patients. Experience in adult education preferred. Must be

knowledgeable in care of patients with chronic lung disease, including commonly

used medications, energy conservation and breathing techniques, home

equipment and services, and expected response to exercise.

Licensure, Registration, or Certification: Current SC license for respiratory Care Practitioners, BLS required, ACLS preferred

Essential Job Functions

Assists in data collection for exercise prescription as needed, including

participation in initial exercise assessment.

Assists with orientation of new participants and in the development of the treatment plan with other staff members. Responsible for supervision and monitoring of patients during exercise, including monitoring blood pressure and pulse oximetry. Assesses response to exercise and makes recommendations to participant and staff. Documents daily patient information and progress. Teaches pulmonary educational classes as needed. Make recommendations to referring physicians regarding home respiratory

equipment and supplies.

Participates in discharge planning including recommendations for future care. Attends 75% of scheduled staff meetings and team conferences. Is required to conduct one yearly inservice for staff. Keeps current in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation through journals, inservices, and conferences. Assists with Cardiac Rehab program as needed. Maintains confidential client records. All documentation is timely, legible, and concise, and in accordance with hospital policy.. Maintains upkeep of exercise area, equipment, and locker rooms. Assures general cleanliness of facility. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the department. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Population served: Provides patient care to adults and geriatrics

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com