Registered Respiratory Therapist -Complex Care
Core
Coordinate care and home placement for pediatric long-term ventilator patients, ensuring proper family education and clinical follow-up after discharge.
Role type
Registered Respiratory Therapist (Pediatric Complex Care)
Builds
Discharge plans and home care coordination for ventilated pediatric patients
Domain
Healthcare / Pediatrics / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Ventilator operation, airway management, patient and family education, discharge planning, home health provider coordination, insurance communication, record maintenance
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide patient and family education specific to ventilator operation and airway management; Develop and implement individualized plans of action and discharge criteria; Communicate with home health providers to ensure home environment support after discharge; Participate in office visit follow-up after discharge; Prepare and maintain records of all education materials; Communicate and coordinate with UHC case management regarding equipment needs and supplies.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (Associate's degree + 1 year experience)