Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, NICU (SE-San Luis Obispo-CA-15758-Pay Negotiable

Job Summary

Performs basic and critical respiratory care services. Works well without supervision and maintains supervision over others, as delegated. Provides respiratory care for adult and geriatric patients with respiratory diseases as ordered by the physician.

Job Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Radiation Care Practitioner (RCP) license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Essential Functions

• Assesses and documents appropriateness of prescribed respiratory therapy and recommends modifications when necessary.
• Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy and maintains accurate patient records.
• Draws arterial blood gases according to policy and physician orders.
• Provides care for mechanically ventilated patients.
• Aids in department operations, record keeping, training, and supervision of new staff.
• Documents treatments provided and maintains required clinical records.
• Aids nursing personnel with respiratory equipment setup and monitoring.
• Performs pulmonary function tests, drainage procedures, and additional respiratory care.
• Aids in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and educates patients and families regarding respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Maintains compliance with ventilator care protocols and infection prevention measures.
• Evaluates patient response to therapy and updates treatment plans based on clinical condition.
• Serves as a respiratory care resource for physicians and clinical staff.
• Aids physicians during bronchoscopies and other specialized procedures.
• Supports quality improvement activities, staff competencies, and scheduling as assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

• Associates must receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable.
• Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
• Participation in E-Verify is required.