Certified Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Resp Therapy, Jasper - PRN

TieTalent; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing firm in Jasper, Indiana, seeks a Certified Respiratory Therapist for per diem work. Responsibilities include managing respiratory therapy for various patient groups under physician direction, performing assessments, and operating therapy equipment. Ideal candidates should hold necessary licenses and have prior experience in respiratory care. This is an entry-level position, offering opportunities to engage in critical patient care.

Qualifications

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred.
• Required licensure and/or certification.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients under physician supervision.
• Administer respiratory therapy procedures.
• Conduct patient assessments and create care plans.

Skills

Airway management

Ventilator management

Emergency response

Patient assessments

Documentation

Education

RCP License

BLS certification

CRT certification

Job description

Certified Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Resp Therapy, Jasper - PRN

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Summary

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

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Summary

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
• Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
• Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
• Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
• Ventilator management (i. e.: setup and operation);
• Oral hygiene;
• Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
• Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
• Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
• Chest film analysis;
• Bloodgas collection and analysis;
• EKG analysis;
• Accurate and complete documentation;
• Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
• Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
• Advanced practice skills may include:
• Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
• Pulmonary Function Testing;
• Bronchoscopy assist;
• Hemodynamic Monitoring;
• Waveform analysis;
• Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  

Education/Skills

Job Requirements:

• See licensure and/or certification requirements
  
  

Experience

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred
  
  

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RCP License in the state of employment required
• BLS required
• CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
  
  

Work Schedule

TBD

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed

• Jasper, Indiana, United States
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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