Resp Therapy Weekend Supv Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

About Shepherd Center With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by” U.S. News “as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again. Shepherd Center’s culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers , strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have ke pt over 1 2% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years . The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor provides overall supervision of Respiratory Care Staff therapists, in addition to performing all departmental duties. Through consistent leadership, the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor promotes high standards of patient care and participates in program evaluation and development. The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor collaborates with interdepartmental supervisory staff to ensure quality patient care and maintenance of program standards. The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor helps to ensure the smooth operation of the department. Leads Respiratory team member and code team member on assigned shift. Attends department meetings and presents relevant information. Writes articles for the Nursing Matters counts. Assumes responsibility for special projects personally assigned and monitors special projects assigned to their staff members. Assists with the education of staff members through concise training. Performs all treatment modalities, ventilator management, pulmonary mechanics, arterial blood gas procurement and analysis. Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting of non-disposable Respiratory Care equipment. Performs overall clinical supervision of staff therapists, including the administration of discipline for infractions of rules and regulations. Must display knowledge of growth, development, and the ability to obtain, interpret, and disseminate information in terms of age specific patient needs (adolescent, adult, geriatric). Performs other duties as required/requested/assigned. Required Minimum Education Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program. Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT). Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Required Minimum Certification BLS required. ACLS certification required six (6) months of start date . Active Georgia Respiratory Care Licensure. Required Minimum Experience Three (3) years experience in Respiratory Care, with a background in critical care being preferred. Required Minimum Skills Basic computer skills. Working knowledge of all treatment and therapeutic patient care devices used by respiratory staff. Must display knowledge of growth, development and the ability to obtain, interpret and disseminate information in terms of age specific patient needs (adolescent, adult and geriatric. Demonstrates competency in time management, organization, prioritization and critical thinking by planning and organizing work assignments and prioritizing the specific needs of the patient. Ability to assess patient and family needs and coordinate appropriate nursing plan of care. Takes responsibility for growing professionally and seek opportunities for improving skills. Communicates effectively using timely verbal, non-verbal and written communication. Willingly adapts to changing work demands and work environment. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and makes sound judgments to monitor and respond to patient needs or changes in condition. Maintains congenial working relationships with RNs and others. Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date. Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with patients with Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, and/or behavioral health preferred. Physical Demands Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize. Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs. Working Conditions Normal patient care environment. Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. Some potential exposure to infectious viruses.