Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN, NMMC Gilmore-Amory

Job Description

Therapeutic Modalities: Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime. Airway Management.

Diagnostics: Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures.

Assessment: Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy.

Documentation: Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charting and charging.

Equipment: Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control.

Education: The incumbent will serve as an instructor to students and individuals or groups upon request

Job Knowledge

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this credential must be maintained with the NBRC.
• The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state in which the facility is located.
• This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including; infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Primarily caring for adults.

Requirements

• Licenses: Registered Respiratory Therapist and Heart Saver Certification
• Education: Associates of Respiratory Therapy