Respiratory Care Practitioner II – St. Mary's Hospital

About the role

Bon Secours is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all people through exceptional patient care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner II position is essential in maintaining patient airways and implementing various therapeutic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the shift “Charge Therapist” and ensures adequate respiratory care staff coverage.
• Aids physicians in procedures such as bronchoscopy, tracheotomy intubation, and tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes.
• Performs CPR, including closed chest compressions and airway management, following AHA ACLS protocol.
• Administers oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and performs diagnostic procedures.
• Maintains mechanical ventilators and performs pulmonary function tests.
• Trains new team members and students in respiratory care practices.
• Evaluates patient responses to therapy and adjusts treatment plans accordingly.
• Assists with arterial punctures and ABG aspirations.
• Provides patient education on various respiratory care techniques and equipment.
• Monitors and evaluates patient progress and collaborates with healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Current Respiratory Care License in the state of practice.
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification from the AAP/AWHONN.
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) certification preferred.
• Adult Critical Care Specialist (ACCS) certification from the NBRC preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration (preferred).
• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills for effective interactions with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to receive feedback and gather/interpret data.
• Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment and therapeutic procedures.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Experience with arterial blood gas punctures and testing.
• Knowledge of chest suction equipment and X-ray interpretation.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible). Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts. Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders. Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.