COPD Navigator Respiratory Therapy FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly)

Job Details

Marietta OH

Full Time

8-Hour Day Shift

Clinical Support

Description

In an environment of continuous quality improvement the COPD Navigator will execute all necessary action to reduce / eliminate exacerbations and slow COPD related respiratory clinical decline in patients. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions :

• Assists in development and implementation of quality improvement processes for the management of COPD patients across the care continuum
• Identifies care gaps and facilitates closures
• Monitors and tracks all COPD readmissions
• Identifies and implements measures to reduce COPD readmissions
• Consults and collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to coordinate patient plan of care
• Verify patients understanding and ability to properly use home medications
• Recommend medications and treatment pathways based on GOLD guidelines
• Perform patient needs assessment to identify and address barriers to care
• Participate in the development of standardized processes and procedures that support efficient and effective continuity of care practices
• Connects patients to key Pulmonary services
• Educate patients family and providers on COPD care
• Provides self-management education and champions individual care plans
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Qualifications

Minimum Education / Experience Required :

Special Knowledge Skills Training :

Compensation Details : Education experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits : Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer please visit our website at

Bonus Eligibility : Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1