LPN - Hyperbaric Technician

Posted:
5/13/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Indiana, United States ⋅ Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

                    

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Job Title

LPN - Hyperbaric Technician

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Lutheran Hospital

                     

Department

Wound Care-Lutheran Hospital

                      

Job Code

G9997E

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

                       

Job Summary

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Magnet recognized Lutheran Hospital and experience being part of Ohio City, a vibrant and close-knit community, all while building an exceptional career. Become a part of Lutheran’s supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team.

As a Hyperbaric Technician, you will administer hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diagnostic testing to patients of the Wound Healing Center, under the supervision of a hyperbaric physician. Orders all therapeutic and diagnostic modalities. LPN experience highly preferred for this role.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

                         

Job Details

Responsibilities:

  • Ascertains that the patients diagnosis is one of the appropriate approved disorders for hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and that the said diagnosis is clearly entered on the patients charts/records. Implements the physician's orders as indicated by the patients treatment plan (i.e. blood glucose monitoring, transcutaneous oxygen monitoring testing, dressing changes, patient education, etc.), perform the hyperbaric treatments and monitor the patient during therapy, consult with the hyperbaric physician regarding any adverse reactions, document treatment notes and maintain patient treatment/diagnostic records.
  • Consults with hyperbaric physician regarding any adverse reactions.
  • Evaluates the patient outcome and meet with the manager, case manager and the hyperbaric physician to discuss patient treatment and adjust treatment as necessary.
  • Performs data entry into the Wound Information Data System and collate reports as requested by the director and/or the nurse manager.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • Must have completed training through the appropriate accredited school/program; knowledge of oxygen emergencies.

Certifications:

  • Current license or certification is required in one of the following areas: state license as Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care, state license as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); or state license as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) may be required based upon work setting.

Complexity of Work:

  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Work Experience:

  • Minimum of two years experience in healthcare is required.
  • Wound, Hyperbaric, or critical care experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
  • Requires frequent patient lifting, sitting, stooping, squatting.
  • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Keywords:LPN, Practical Nursing

                       

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