Health Care Specialist - Lpn / Rn

Performs equipment set-ups in a timely and professional manner. Generally responsible for the set-up of highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units. Also responsible to provide technical assistance with equipment. Incumbent may perform set-up of all types of oxygen equipment as well.

You will provide comfort to families and patients by ensuring they are educated on how to manage the equipment and care of the patient. You will follow up with care checks on previous patients.

This employee provides support to patients outside the hospital. This role will work closely with referring physicians, hospital personnel, and other clinicians to ensure the best professional care of the patient.

*Job Responsibilities: *

* Performs equipment set-ups in a timely and professional manner. Generally responsible for the set-up of highly technical equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units

* Provides patient education as an intricate part of the patient care activity according to the patient's need and Lincare policy, frequently in patients' homes. Requires use of a personal vehicle with a valid driver's license

* Performs complete and professional patient assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures

* Maintains current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts

* Follows applicable policies and procedures of the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA (includes the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), FDA and Emergency Planning

* Represents Lincare through professional personal appearance, patient care activities, and content of written reports

* Facilitates prescription collection

* Maintains patient records incomplete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards

* Work on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis. Frequency is determined by the center size and the number of employees available to share in the responsibility. Must respond in a timely manner

Help Lincare change our patient's lives while doing what you love!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN or LPN License (Required)

Work Location: In person