Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); In loco; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide oxygen delivery, ventilatory support, and routine respiratory care across care settings. The role requires maintaining ventilators, evaluating therapies, and ensuring patient safety in collaboration with the care team.

Applicants should hold NBRC-credentialed RRT, maintain licensure, and have basic life support. Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy is required, with BSRT preferred.

Competenze

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).
• BA/BS or higher preferred.
• For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor's or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience.
• For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code.

Mansioni

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Conoscenze

RRT credential

Critical care

Communication

PHI access

Formazione

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

BSRT preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide oxygen delivery, ventilatory support, and routine respiratory care across care settings. The role requires maintaining ventilators, evaluating therapies, and ensuring patient safety in collaboration with the care team.

Applicants should hold NBRC-credentialed RRT, maintain licensure, and have basic life support. Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy is required, with BSRT preferred.