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Job Summary
The Respiratory Care Supervisor is the front line representative for the Respiratory Care Management Team; assuring that clinical and regulatory practices meet policy and operational needs of respiratory care activities for Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Department and other related patient care areas within their respective campus. Assures appropriate coordination and distribution of staffing and resources. Performs clinical support and supervision of RT staff in conjunction with the manager of Respiratory Care. As a direct care provider, the supervisor delivers competent care; applying advanced clinical skills to intervene in complex patient care situations and mentor staff in problem resolution. Assists Manager and Director in establishing best practice performance standards and assures adherence to Departmental Clinical Practice Guidelines. Advocates and requires accountability, professional communication, teamwork and shared decision making of their team members. Accountabilities- Responsible for performance management activities: scheduling and adequate coverage , coaching, counselling, orienting (in collaboration with RT Educator), training and unit rounds. Partners with Manager to conduct performance appraisals. 15%
- Assists manager with reports for quality, financials, productivity, etc. 10%
- Responds to, assesses, and resolves all patient emergency situations. Intervenes to ensure safe & well-coordinated patient care, escalates chain of command for medical and operational emergencies as indicated.20%
- Conducts Shift Huddles to facilitate Hand Off between in on coming and off going shifts, team problem solving, staff development and dissemination of information. Maintains records of issues discussed.10%
- Participates in department and organizational activities.1. Attends leadership, discharge planning, interdisciplinary care, quality & committee meetings as assigned. 2. Actively participates in department meetings 3. Participates in the development of departmental goals and objectives. 4. Ensures adherence to Departmental and Hospital Policies and Procedures & prepares for Accrediting Body (TJC, CMS, DHEC) Readiness through EOC rounds, K-Cards Audits, documentation review as well as direct patient care observations. 5. Acts as a Liasion between Respiratory Care and other services.15%
- Coordinates and supervises clinical and support staff assigned to the shift; develops work schedules, assignments, and daily activities in all areas. Redistributes staff and resources as necessary to ensure safe, effective and efficient operations. Balances operational and patient care needs through interpretation of monitoring tools to optimize productivity and ensure quality services. Assures workload assignments are appropriate. Serves as a clinical resource and assumes patient care assignment when needed to assure appropriate workloads.20%
- Rounds with staff as required to collect specific feedback on technology, medical equipment, workflow and other opportunities related to their ability to provide quality care to their patients.10%
Minimum Experience
3 Years experience as a bedside therapist in an acute care setting with at least 1 yr experience at Prisma Health
Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses- BLS , RRT, AARC Membership Required. NBRC credentials must be maintained.
- Certification required may include any or all of the following depending on the unit: ACLS,NRP,FCCS,CAM Class or PALS
- Specialty Certification may be required based on individual department/ Affiliate
- Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in SC.
Associate's Degree. Graduate of a school for Respiratory Therapy approved by AMA or a successor accrediting authority
Other Required ExperienceCritical thinking, problem solving, planning, organizational skills, teamwork and adaptability along with advanced knowledge of clinical and healthcare business practices required.
Bachelors degree in Respiratory Care or other health care related field preferred.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)Location
Greenville Memorial Med CampusFacility
1008 Greenville Memorial HospitalDepartment
10087135 Respiratory Care ServicesShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
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