NI-Specialist, Pulmonary Rehab

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

1/29/2019

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-3124CL

Job Title:

NI-Specialist, Pulmonary Rehab

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Provides education and rehabilitation services to patients and their families in the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation setting, focusing primarily on patients with pulmonary disease.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Coordinates and cares for patients in inpatient and outpatient CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation utilizing specialized clinical expertise and resources to facilitate a high level of participant satisfaction and quality clinical outcomes. Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

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Assesses, monitors, and prescribes exercise for participants according to established department policies. Creates and maintains patient individualized treatment plans in accordance with guidelines.

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Coordinates and provides education specific to pulmonary patient needs.

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Monitors and accurately documents patient response and progression to therapy, maintaining confidentiality of information and communicates appropriately to physicians.

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Provides accurate documentation and billing throughout program.

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Demonstrates critical thinking skills and uses sound judgement in evaluating and responding to emergent situations.

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Assists with monitoring of Cardiac Rehabilitation patients within the department.

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Shares expertise and knowledge with staff, developing their clinical, technical and professional skills and participates in the instruction and validation of technical competency within the department.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Associate's Degree

from a respiratory care program.

Required

3 years

experience in pulmonary related field with strong emphasis in patient education. 

Required

Experience in exercise prescription.

Preferred

Current licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the State of Illinois.

Required

Basic Life Support certification.

Required

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels within the organization and community under varied conditions.

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Excellent verbal, written, organizational and critical decision-making skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.