Respiratory Therapist Reg Neonatal and Pediatric Transport Nights $15K SIGN-ON BONUS

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Organization: Neonatal/Ped Trnsprt Cohort 10 Job Summary: The Critical Care Neonatal and Pediatric Transport Team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is a specialized & CAMTS* accredited team that is responsible for providing the highest level of care in ground and fixed wing transport to patients requiring the resources at the children’s hospital. The transport team consists of highly trained and qualified respiratory therapists, registered nurses, and EMTs that use their specialized knowledge and training to provide a well-rounded approach to patient care. Being a respiratory therapist on the transport team provides the opportunity to not only enhance clinical skills but also plays a crucial role in improving patient outcomes during critical moments. *Commission of Accreditation of the Medical Transport Systems

Provide critical care to neonatal and pediatric patients during ambulance and fixed wing transport. Assess patients and use established transport protocols to treat patients’ medical conditions. Critically thinks and adapts to changing environment of transport while providing patient care. Manages patient’s respiratory needs via airway management, medications, NIV, and invasive ventilations. . Key Responsibilities: •The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. • Assess patients to identify clinical needs. • Initiates and manages per protocol during ground and fixed wing transport: • Mechanical Ventilation • NIV, including HFNC and Bubble CPAP • Nitric Oxide • High Frequency Ventilation • Respiratory Medications • undefined • Trouble shoot transport equipment • Work the Registered Nurse and EMT on transport to provide patient care. • Performs Arterial punctures. • Performs Intubations • Maintain competencies required by institution, department, and CAMTs. • Performs lab tests for blood gases and glucose checks per POCT guidelines and interpret results.  • Collaborate with receiving units at MCJCHV and referring facilities to coordinate patient transport. • Knowledgeable in nursing role and able to perform those duties within scope of practice to patients during transport.

** The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current full-time VUMC staff or former staff who have worked full-time for VUMC in the past twelve months. ​ Technical Capabilities: • Ventilator Management (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate ventilator management in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments. • Respiratory Therapeutic Procedures (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate respiratory therapeutic procedures in practical applications of moderate difficulty. • Laboratory Testing & Analysis (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient knowledge of the primary laboratory tests required by the department to successfully meet work objectives. Understands the core functions and features of the core laboratory tests. Able to interpret results of the test under general supervision. Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. ​

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring H

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