CoARC Employer Survey

CoARC Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
CoARC Employer Survey Program ID # 200187
The purpose of this survey is to help faculty evaluate the Program’s success in preparing graduates to function as competent respiratory therapists. Compiled data from all returned surveys will be used to evaluate program quality; data from individual surveys will be held in strict confidence. The CoARC requests that this survey be completed by the graduate’s immediate supervisor.
Graduate background information
Name of Graduate*
First NameLast Name
Name (while enrolled in the Program, if different than above):
First NameLast Name
Length of employment at time of evaluation: years and months.*
Years / Months
Type of employment at time of evaluation:*
Credential Status*
CRTRRTCPFTNPSRPFTCRT-SDSRRT-SDSACCSRPSGTOther
Instructions
Consider each item separately and rate it independently of all others. Check the rating that indicates the extent to which you agree with each statement. Please do not skip any rating.
5 = Strongly Agree 4 = Generally Agree 3 = Neutral (acceptable) 2 = Generally Disagree 1 = Strongly Disagree
NOTE: Please provide detailed comments for any item rated below 3.
(Relevant Standard is in parentheses)
1. Knowledge Base (Cognitive Domain)
The graduate knows how to:
Acquire and evaluate data to assess the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Participate in the development and modification of respiratory care plans in a variety of settings. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Initiate appropriate therapeutic interventions, monitor patient responses, and modify therapy to achieve goals. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Promote cardiopulmonary wellness, disease prevention, and disease management in a variety of settings. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Provide patient, family, and community education. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Encourage evidence-based practice by using established clinical practice guidelines. (4.03)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Comments
2. Clinical Proficiency (Psychomotor Domain)
The graduate is able to:
Demonstrate the clinical competencies required for entry into practice. (4.11)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Perform the therapeutic procedures and modalities required on the job in a safe and effective manner. (4.04)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Perform the diagnostic procedures required on the job in a safe and effective manner. (4.04)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Apply problem-solving strategies in the patient care setting (4.06).*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Comments
3. Behavioral Skills (Affective Domain)
The graduate is able to:
Demonstrate effective oral communication skills. (4.05)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Demonstrate effective written communication skills. (4.05)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Communicate effectively in a variety of patient care settings. (4.05)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Interact effectively with other members of the healthcare team. (4.05)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Communicate effectively in diverse groups while respecting beliefs and values of all persons, regardless of cultural background, religion, age or lifestyle. (4.05)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Think critically (i.e., apply knowledge, provide appropriate patient care, and adapt to changes in clinical conditions). (4.06)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Conduct his/herself in an ethical and professional manner. (4.07)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
Recognize the importance of earning the professional credential (i.e., CRT or RRT) required for entry into practice. (4.07)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
4. Program length
The program appears of sufficient quality and duration for the graduate to acquire the knowledge and competencies necessary for his/her job (4.08)*

1 2 3 4 5
1 is Worst, 5 is Best
5. Overall comments
Overall comments
Rater name:*
First NameLast Name
Title:
Today's Date*
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CoARC Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care

CoARC Employer Survey Program ID # 200187

Graduate background information

Instructions

1. Knowledge Base (Cognitive Domain)

The graduate knows how to:

2. Clinical Proficiency (Psychomotor Domain)

The graduate is able to:

3. Behavioral Skills (Affective Domain)

The graduate is able to:

4. Program length

5. Overall comments

Thank you!