Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - PRN Nights | Covington LTACH
PAM Health Specialty and Rehabilitation Hospital of Covington · Covington, LA · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn. At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals
- Maintains all equipment in working order
- Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested
Requirements
- Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care
- Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification
- Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada
- For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree
Qualifications
- Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred
Skills
- Compassion
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
Benefits
- PAM Health offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
Pay
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
- Varying shifts to accommodate patient needs