COPD COORDINATOR

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The COPD Coordinator is a licensed respiratory therapist (RRT) who functions as a clinical Consultant who will complete:

Patient assessments
Medication reconciliation.
Provides educational programs to promote quality patient care to COPD patients.
Functions as a leader and innovator in the pursuit of improved respiratory care practice and quality patient care.
Focuses on patient respiratory therapy (COPD) readmissions.

The COPD Coordinator is responsible for successfully supporting patients with high-risk health conditions to navigate the healthcare system. The Healthcare Manager assists in developing patient empowerment by acting as an educator, resource, and advocate for patients and their families to ensure a maximum quality of life. The Coordinator interacts and collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, to include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technologists, social workers, and other educators to establish a clear and goal driven healthcare plan.

3 Years of clinical respiratory therapy experience, with 1 year teaching experience (preferred).

BS (science discipline) Required. Masters preferred, COPD educator certification (or equivalent) preferred.

Current NJ-RCP License (Respiratory Care Practitioner).