Registered Respiratory Therapist-PRN
Job Summary
Reports to the team leader. Chief objective is to demonstrate knowledge and skill in critical care Respiratory Care.
About the Role
Education Required: Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or graduate of an NBRC and AMA approved Respiratory Program meeting requirement for NBRC Exam. Preferred: Bachelor degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
Experience Required: One (1) year of clinical experience as a respiratory therapist. Clinical training from an accredited Respiratory Care program is acceptable. Preferred: Two-Three (2-3) years of critical care experience as a registered therapist.
Position Requirement(s)
- Licenses/Certifications/Registrations Required (RRT): Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. State approved license to practice respiratory care in the state of Tennessee, ABG endorsed.
- Current AHA BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward. Preferred: Current ACLS/PALS/NRP certification.
Computer, time management, analytical and communication skills are a must. Proficient with all equipment utilized in the respiratory care department. Critical Care and general floor care assessment and functional skills are a must. Must be advanced in critical care and general floor care for the patient population served: school/age to older adults.
Assume preceptor responsibilities for new employees and those peers in advance training as directed within the area of specialty. Due to this facility's role as a teaching hospital, therapists must also be willing to provide assistance with the clinical training of students from Respiratory Programs that we support. Assist with clinical based research projects that are related to defining appropriateness and efficiency of respiratory care delivered. Airway management and CPR are required. Organizational and communicational skills are a must in patient care areas.
Pay
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