Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Qualifications

Care is appropriate to the population served

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Moniters and charts patients’ oxygen use and ensures appropriate oxygen settings as stated in physician orders.
2. Stocks supply carts with respiratory equipment and ensures adequate supply of oxygen cylinders throughout hospital.
3. Prepares respiratory equipment for patient treatments by setting up, inspecting and performing minor repairs.
4. Follows department procedures for accurate and complete chart entries as well as legal and departmental documentation.
5. Modifies and improvises patient equipment to meet unique situations as instructed by supervisor.
6. Communicates pertinent observations of patient status to on-coming shift and shift supervisor.

   Problem Solving

   The incumbent independently assesses daily equipment needs and best procurement approaches based upon orders given by supervisor. This position has the ability to setup, operate and maintain support machines as well as improvise for unique situations. The desire and ability to learn new clinical procedures and work with newly acquired equipment is essential to provide the quality patient care that is expected.

   Comments

   Extended shifts lasting up to twelve hours are required for this position.

   The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.