15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-46.44.2

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 15-16-1-46.44.2 - Duties of the Respiratory Therapist or Technician

The duties of the registered respiratory therapist or certified respiratory therapy technician shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Assisting the physician in the evaluation of patients; respiratory disorders, and development of individual plan of treatment;

2. Developing and implementing a respiratory therapy component of the patient care plan;

3. Providing rehabilitative services for respiratory disorders;

4. Observing and reporting to the responsible physician the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition; and

5. Instructing other agency personnel, the patient, and family member in methods to improve and correct respiratory disabilities;

6. Preparing clinical notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries;

7. Participating in agency in-service training programs;

8. Acting as a consultant to other agency personnel; and

9. Developing written policies and procedures for the respiratory therapy services of the home health agency.

15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-46.44.2

Miss. Code Ann. § 41-71-13