At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.About Duke Regional HospitalPursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.Clinical Team Lead - Duke Regional Hospital - NightsRelocation Assistance Eligible!General Description of the Job ClassThe Clinical Lead, Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a role developed to work in coordination with the RT leadership in an assigned unit or department to ensure the work is accomplished effectively. The Clinical Lead RT is the first line of support for staff, physicians, and other related providers on concerning RT specific clinical issues and topics. They will supervise, perform, evaluate and coordinate diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice, performing work in accordance with physician orders in the neonatal, pediatric and adult patient populations in intermediate, intensive and emergency care areas. They will be responsible for supervising, coaching, and mentoring their assigned core group of staff.Duties and Responsibilities of this LevelClinical Support Perform all duties and responsibilities of the Respiratory Care Practitioner, Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner and ECMO specialistDemonstrates strong critical thinking skills, rapidly prioritizes both planned and unplanned events and proactively addresses actual and potential issues, exceeding patient expectationsInstruct and supervise patient and therapeutic assessments to assure optimal medical decisionsExpert in all RT technology in the assigned departmentsCoordinate all emergency responsesAssist in the development/updates with clinical care protocols/policy and proceduresEvaluate patient care plansAbility to interact with physicians/medical staff on a high levelFunction as a liaison between Clinical Resource Manager, and Clinical Engineering to ensure proper operation and service of equipment. Document and report any malfunctioning or broken equipmentLeadership/Managerial Develop expected job results, performance plans, and professional goals for assigned staffProvide input into applicant hiring and termination decisionsMonitor and report all patient care, safety, medication, technical, and employee incidents Monitor adherence to policy, procedures and practice guidelinesMonitor ventilator protocol adherenceImplement any necessary corrective actions in a timely manner Conduct shift planning to include assignments and redirection of staff as needed Assure appropriate supply inventory Coordinate and monitor departmental improvement projectsCommunicate daily activities to RT leadershipEducation/Mentoring Provide orientation, education and training as needed internal and external to Duke Respiratory Care ServicesAssure/Assess respiratory care staff competency and safetyPlan and conduct instructional sessionsCommunicate/educate changes in policy and procedures in an effective/consistent mannerOther Coordinate the evaluation of products/equipment Provide input into departmental equipment selection and functionAssist with all departmental clinical research projectsServe on department related committeesRequired Qualifications at this LevelEducationWork requires completion of a Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care, Healthcare, Business, or a field related to the assigned clinical discipline.Note: Candidates without a Bachelor's degree will be required to complete their degree within three (3) years of appointment.ExperienceFive years of experience in clinical respiratory therapy, including at least three years of experience in intensive care respiratory therapy; supervisory experience preferred.Degrees, Licensure, and/or CertificationCurrent RT licensure from the North Carolina State Board of Respiratory Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (if applicable) Respiratory Specific Certifications (to be completed within 1 year of hire) Adult Clinical Lead RT Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) Pediatric Clinical Lead RT Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS)Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interaction relative to the specific age of a patient.Skills validation/certification of competencies for the duties and responsibilities required for a Level I RT.Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team.Work is performed in all areas of the hospital.Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds.Required to carry emergency airway bag weighing approximately 20 pounds.Work requires walking, running, climbing and bending. 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