Respiratory Care Assistant II - Core Department - Nationwide Children's Hospital

Contingent Position - Minimum of 16 hrs per week, Evening Shift/ 3pm-11pm

Must have limited permit

Summary:
THERE ARE TWO LEVELS OF RESPIRATORY CARE ASSISTANT
1. Limited Permit holders
a. Student Permit
b. Is enrolled in and is in good standing in a respiratory care educational program approved by the board
that meets the requirements of division (A)(2) of section 4761.04 of the Revised Code leading to a degree
or certificate of completion or is a graduate of the program;
c. See “Verification of Education Form” from Ohio Respiratory Care Board

2. Respiratory Care Student Program enrollees, Non-permit holders
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Responsible for performing respiratory care therapies as allowed by the Limited Permit and equipment
setup, under the direction and supervision of a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP).
Demonstrates competence as defined (*) in Respiratory Care Assistant responsibilities in providing ageappropriate
care and service to patients from the age of birth to 21 years, and selected adult patients.

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1. Reviews the patient chart for current respiratory care orders. Reviews other patient data (e.g., PFT’s,
ABG’s, and history) to ensure appropriate planning and administration of ordered therapy.
2. Assesses the patient’s cardio-respiratory status using techniques such as inspection, auscultation, lab
values and X-rays to aide in the delivery of ordered therapy.
3. Assesses and documents the effectiveness of ordered respiratory care treatments. Monitors responses
to therapy using clinical parameters such as HR, RR, color, WOB, and LOC.
4. Works closely with physicians and other health care team members. Recommends alternative modes of
therapy when applicable.
5. Administers IPPB, PD&P, aerosol therapy, pulse oximetry, peak flows, oxygen, humidification therapy
and other airway clearance devices. Delivers medications primarily by the aerosol route. Accurately
documents all therapy performed.
6. Sets up, calibrates, and troubleshoots ventilators and O2 delivery devices. Assists in the cleaning and
processing of equipment.
7. Responds appropriately to all codes and traumas. Performs tasks within scope of practice (e.g., CPR, Cspine
immobilization).
8. Responsible for the order entry and billing of services on the hospital computer system.
9. Assists in arrangements for home care patients to include patient/parent teaching, review of equipment,
and cleaning techniques.
10. Accepts verbal orders from physicians that pertain to Respiratory Care and/or Patient Care Services
policies and procedures in accordance with the verbal order policy of the Patient Care Services
Department.
11. Provides age-appropriate basic and intermediate care to patients of all ages (neonates to adults).
12. Fulfills annual continuing education requirements for state licensure.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.
14. Respiratory therapists are authorized to access the unit medication rooms or bedside medication
drawers in order to retrieve medications they are authorized to administer.

Other information:
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required in interactions with patients and parents, and
hospital staff.

3. Ability to work under general supervision.

4. Meets the following criteria:

• Enrolled and in good standing in a respiratory care educational program

5. Any patient care activities can only be done by those who are Limited Permit Holders in the state of Ohio.

6. Must possess and maintain current CPR card, and obtain and maintain PALS and/or NRP certification as
required by unit.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typing on computer Constantly (67-100%)   Using phone Frequently (34-66%)  Sitting Frequently (34-66%)  Standing Occasionally (0-33%)  Lifting Occasionally (0-33%)  Walking Frequently (34-66%)

-Must be able to see, hear, speak, read, and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation and care
for oneself with little or no difficulty.

-Must be able to apply the principles of body mechanics in lifting or
moving patients and/or equipment. Must be able to independently lift up to 50 pounds.

-Performance ofprinciple duties and responsibilities may require the ability to travel.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet