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Job ID87523

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Why Work at Children's....

Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

The Respiratory Care Coordination Specialist is responsible for facilitating and managing respiratory care coordination of designated populations of the most complex pediatric patients within an inpatient/ambulatory environment.Leads care team partners in the delivery of high-quality, safe, personalized, and cost-effective, respiratory care outcomes-based care. Develops, implements, and evaluates pulmonary, technology dependent, and tracheostomy education programs. Coordinates and teaches courses to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe respiratory care while promoting a safe environment at Children's Hospital of Colorado.

Additional Information

Department Name: Respiratory Therapy Job Status: Fulltime - 80 hours per pay period Shift: Monday - Friday - 40hrs/wk - Days only (No Weekends)

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Respiratory Care is required at the time of hire. Bachelor's degree is Respiratory Care or related field preferred. Experience:Minimum of three (3) years experience in a pediatric environment. Certification(s): BLS/CPR and PALS certifications required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (RRT-NPS) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C) preferred Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or higher preferred Licensure(s):Respiratory Therapist licensure in the state of Colorado is required. Professional Membership(s):Active membership in a professional Respiratory Care organization preferred. This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted. http://ahains ructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.j sp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home

Responsibilities

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Develops and implements specific education programs in accordance with accepted teaching standards such as technology dependent, tracheostomy dependent, complex care, neuromuscular disease, sleep disorders, aerodigestive, and cystic fibrosis patient, caregiver education and other complex care education. Collaborates with patients, families, and providers to establish an effective plan of care based on mutually developed goals and... For full info