Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy- PRN

About the Role

Performs respiratory care modalities according to established standards and practices at the base practitioner level. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy modalities as per the physician, clinical practice guidelines and/or clinical pathway.
• Charts treatment, response and progress.
• Performs patient assessment and develops a comprehensive pulmonary care plan.
• Modifies therapy to maximize efficacy of the therapy regimen.
• Collaborates with the physician to manage the initiation, maintenance and weaning of patients requiring ventilatory support.
• Maintains active and supportive communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Provides quality care consistent with appropriate policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age-specific data and provides appropriate, age-specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by:
  • Complying with all applicable safety regulations.
  • Learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors.
  • Reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions.
  • Identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety.
  • Participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Associate’s Degree or Certificate Program (Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training) required.
• Work Experience: Less than 1 year relevant experience required.
• Licenses:
  • Licensed Respiratory Therapist (upon hire) required.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist - NBRC (upon hire) required.
  • Basic Life Support (upon hire) required.
• Graduate of an accredited program in respiratory therapy required.

Schedule

PRN (As Needed) shift with day/evening/night rotation. 48 hours per quarter.