Acute Care Respiratory Therapist | PRN Shifts

MedStar Health; Laurel (MD); Vor Ort; USD 51.000 - 86.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

MedStar Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN shifts, with 7AM-7PM and 7PM-7AM availability. The role involves delivering respiratory therapy per physician orders, monitoring ventilators and diagnostic equipment, and documenting patient education and assessments.

The candidate should have an AAS in respiratory care with 0-3 years acute care experience, CRT certification, and DC licensure requirements. ACLS/NRP at the required time are expected.

Qualifikationen

• Understanding of respiratory care principles and patient assessment.
• Familiarity with respiratory equipment and monitoring.
• Ability to document educational needs and patient dimensions.
• Ability to work in high-pressure clinical settings.

Aufgaben

• Provide respiratory therapy as ordered by physician.
• Assess patient needs and document findings.
• Operate and monitor respiratory care equipment including oxygen, humidification and ventilators.
• Perform CPR and participate in resuscitation as needed.
• Review patient records and orders during shifts.
• Contribute to department goals and maintain safety standards.

Kenntnisse

Respiratory care knowledge

Equipment operation

Hazard assessment

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

MedStar Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN shifts, with 7AM-7PM and 7PM-7AM availability. The role involves delivering respiratory therapy per physician orders, monitoring ventilators and diagnostic equipment, and documenting patient education and assessments.

The candidate should have an AAS in respiratory care with 0-3 years acute care experience, CRT certification, and DC licensure requirements. ACLS/NRP at the required time are expected.