Respiratory Therapist Extern

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintains low flow oxygen devices of 6LPM or less to include nasal cannulas or simple masks
• Set up and maintains aerosol devices with FiO2 of 50% or less
• Deliver medications through small volume nebulizers, MDIs or dry powder inhalers
• Measure peak flow and performs simple spirometry
• Measure pulse oximetry
• Uses the following airway clearance devices or techniques: therapy vest, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, suctioning via artificial airway and positive expiratory pressure therapies
• Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation after BLS certification
• Receives and gives report to co-workers
• Effectively communicates in a positive way with patients, employees both inside and outside of the department
• Notifies licensed respiratory therapist of any adverse reactions
• Auscultates breath sounds and records findings
• Prepares and maintains appropriate records and charges for patients