Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner - 36 Hours/week - Days

Nebraska Methodist Health System

Omaha, NE, US
Not specified; competitive pyy mentioned; excellen...
Advanced respiratory care modalities
Ventilator support administration
Code blue and rapid response
The Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner oversees the coordination and delivery of quality respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients

Job Summary

  • The Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner oversees the coordination and delivery of quality respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
  • This role requires immediate response to code blue and rapid responses while performing airway management and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation as necessary.
  • Employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities served, with a culture focused on exceptional care and compassion.

Matching Summary

The Lead Respiratory Care Practitioner oversees the coordination and delivery of quality respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.

Salary

Not specified; Competitive pay mentioned; Excellent benefits offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced respiratory care modalities
  • Ventilator support administration
  • Code blue and rapid response
  • Airway management and CPR
  • Arterial line insertions
  • Patient assessment documentation
  • Staff supervision and mentoring

Nice-to-have

  • Bronchoscopy assistance experience
  • Nitric challenge procedures
  • Homecare setup facilitation
  • Tracheostomy teaching competency
  • Positive customer relations focus
  • Team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care required
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (R.R.T.) certification
  • Nebraska Respiratory Care Practitioner license
  • 1-2 years minimum respiratory experience
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
  • PALS and NRP certifications within 6 months of hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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