Cardiopulmonary Rehab Specialist (RT,RRT) - Norman Regional Health System
Norman, OK 73072
About the Job
Norman Regional Health System is a team of more than 3,000 healers all working together to bring our mission and vision to life. Our mission is to serve our community as the leader in health and wellness care. Our vision is to be the provider of choice to improve the health and well-being of our regional communities.
We strive to recruit and retain professionals who embody our spirit of customer service and who represent Norman Regional's five core values: Integrity, Communication, Attitude, Results and Engagement or ICARE. This is a special place to work. Apply today to join our compassionate team of healers and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Our Cardiopulmonary Rehab team is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through nutritional and wellness education, while guiding them through fitness therapy set to their individual needs and goals.
Responsibilities:- Educating pulmonary and cardiac patients regarding disease processes, medications, symptom management, risk factor modifications, coping skills, lifestyle changes and cardiopulmonary rehab programs
- Analyzing assessment data, developing individualized treatment plans, evaluating responses to interventions, collaborating with the health-care team and preparing patient for discharge to optimize outcomes
- Working with aerobic exercise equipment, performing 6-minute walk tests, Futrex BMI measurements, and Pulmonary Function Testing.
- Knowledge of and adherence to evidence-based best practice models according to CMS and AACVPR guidelines
- Involves both inpatient and outpatient patient care.
- Associates degree in respiratory therapy (RRT) required.
- Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy (BSRT) preferred.
- Current Oklahoma Respiratory Therapist license is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required prior to providing patient care and maintained throughout duration of employment.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) is required within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout duration of employment.
- Previous experience in acute care working with patients experiencing cardiac and pulmonary disease preferred.
- Good communication and computer skills.