Advanced Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN

15800 Brighton Community Hospital Association dba Platte Valley Hospital; Platte Valley Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Brighton, CO is seeking an RRT Advanced to provide advanced respiratory care under physician orders, supporting the CRT staff and leading clinical initiatives within the Respiratory Care Services. The role requires NICU experience and NBRC-registered credentials, BLS, and state license, with PRN shifts and pay differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.

You will assess patients, communicate care plans, mentor peers, and help standardize protocols while maintaining

Qualifications

• Graduation from an NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapist program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with NBRC.
• Maintain an advanced credential as approved by leadership (e.g. AE-C, RPFT).
• Current State license to practice Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory care procedures per physician orders and scope of practice.
• Assess cardiopulmonary status through exams and history review.
• Communicates care plan to physicians, patients, families, and staff.
• Mentor staff and support department projects and protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Diseases

Treatment

Following Protocols

Documentation

Patient Safety and Outcomes

Cost Effectiveness Analysis

Quality Improvement

Interdisciplinary Teams

Clinical Leadership

Teaching/ Mentor

Education

NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Advanced credential (ACCS, NPS, AE-C, SDS, CPFT, RPFT)

State license to practice Respiratory Therapy

BLS for healthcare providers

PALS/ACLS/NRP certifications

Job description

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist RRT Advanced has completed the necessary progression requirements for the Clinical Career Pathway Program within their primary department or may be responsible for implementing and supporting special clinical projects and assignments as designated by the manager, according to the needs of the department. The RRT Advanced will provide advanced-level respiratory care to patients designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the ordering physician. This position acts as a resource to the CRT staff.

Posting Specifics

NICU experience a must Shift Details: PRN — earn shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Essential Functions

Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs and physician orders within the Scope of Practice of the Respiratory Care Department. Uses patient evaluation and information to perform an assessment of the cardiopulmonary status of assigned patients through physical exam, review of history and physical, and response to ordered therapies. Communicates the patient care plan to the Physician, patient, family, nursing, support staff, and others while maintaining a team focus. Independently performs the majority of procedures, assessments, and interventions performed at the facility including advanced settings (as applicable). Participates within Clinical Program initiatives and processes and monitors outcomes. Maintains awareness of assigned patient’s overall condition. Communicates and shares patient information with the physicians and nurses. Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care. Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness. Mentor and representative, both professional and clinical, of Respiratory Care Services. Supports and implements department or specialty care area projects or programs as identified. Supports standardization and implementation of department protocols, policies, and procedures for patient care delivery. Handles problems and concerns until they can be dealt with by clinical leadership or department management as applicable. Maintains, troubleshoots, and adjusts respiratory care equipment and diagnostic equipment. Maintains timely, accurate records and documentation to satisfy department, hospital, and legal requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need. May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

Skills

Patient Care Respiratory Diseases Treatment Following Protocols Documentation Patient Safety and Outcomes Cost Effectiveness Analysis Quality Improvement Interdisciplinary Teams Clinical Leadership Teaching/ Mentor

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of a NBRC approved Respiratory Therapist program. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified. Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) Maintain an advanced credential as approved by RCS leadership and Human Resources (e.g. ACCS, NPS, AE-C, SDS, CPFT, RPFT) for respiratory therapists in the Clinical Pathway. Current license for Respiratory Therapy in the state of practice is required Registered Respiratory. Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers. Specific certifications as required (i.e. PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location and Compensation

Location: Platte Valley Hospital Work City: Brighton Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $35.60 - $54.93

Benefits and Culture

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Company Statement

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