Student Respiratory Aide — St. Joseph Warren Hospital — PRN

Student Respiratory Aide – St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health seeks a Respiratory Aide II who is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of patients through compassionate and collaborative care. This role supports licensed Respiratory Therapists in providing basic respiratory care to non-acute patients, including drawing blood samples, setting up and monitoring equipment, and performing various respiratory therapies.

• Draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes samples, records results, and performs quality controls as required.
• Administers oxygen delivery devices.
• Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• Provides basic respiratory therapy techniques including: Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and other treatment modalities.
• Performs EKGs; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
• Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.
• Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
• Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries.
• Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage.
• Limits storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.

This position requires a Respiratory Care Program completion or recent graduation, along with a current Respiratory Care Limited Permit and BLS certification. It also demands strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize tasks and manage inventory.

The role involves periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads, exposure to hazardous substances and body fluids, and the need to exercise universal precautions and use personal protective equipment. Universal precautions, use of personal protective equipment, and learning infection control policies are essential.

Working Conditions:

• High noise levels and bright lights.
• Exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• Constant interruptions.

Skills Required:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to effectively work with diverse people.
• Organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Troubleshooting abilities.
• Creative thinking.
• Good customer service skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Able to receive feedback.
• Able to gather and interpret data.
• Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

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.

Note: Applicants should contact recruitment@mercy.com for a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia, Petersburg, Virginia, and Emporia, Virginia.