I-Choice

Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES* Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.* Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.* Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.* Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.* Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.* Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.* Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.* Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION* Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education.EXPERIENCE* No experience required.

Keywords: SSM Health, St. Louis , I-Choice, Other , Saint Louis, Missouri