Supervisor, Respiratory Therapy- Emergency Department

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Clinical Supervisor organizes, and directs all assigned resources, including people, equipment, and supplies that support the provision of care. This position assists the Manager to ensure smooth function of the department. The Clinical supervisor maintains excellent working knowledge of all respiratory care policies and procedures and is able to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. The Clinical Supervisor provides overall coordination and delivery of illness management and health promotion for patients and families in their assigned area(s), e.g., Critical Care ICN, PICU and ED areas, UCC, medical/surgical units, and/or Outpatient Clinics. The Clinical Supervisor establishes respiratory processes using scientific principles to provide safe, high quality, comprehensive, and age appropriate respiratory care for patients in their assigned area. The Clinical Supervisor provides educational development, student experiential rotations, research, quality improvement and assurance, and acts as a liaison with medical staff and all other hospital personnel. The Clinical Supervisor communicates effectively and works collaboratively with other Clinical Supervisors as well as the multidisciplinary team. The day shift clinical supervisor in a given area will coordinate any PTO/vacation with the night shift clinical supervisor in the same area to ensure consistent leadership presence. Any PTO/vacation requests which take place at the same time, for the day shift and night shift Clinical Supervisor in the same area, will need prior approval from the Director.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and engages in staff development as well as accountability
• Performs all job responsibilities for Job Code 34000
• Participates in Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance, Research and/or Evidence-Based Practice.
• Participates in evaluating and promoting clinical safety and risk management
• Provides for education of the multidisciplinary team
• Participates in activities to promote regulatory readiness

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Required and 3-5 years experience Does not include time spent on clinical rotations as a student. or
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred and required within 2 years of start date. and 3-5 years experience Does not include time spent on clinical rotations as a student
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist MO
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Certified Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
• Employees must obtain Certified Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Therapist or equivalent within 180 days
• RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist PALS, NRP & BLS are required upon hire Required Upon Hire

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $38.47/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.