ER Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Rapid Assessment

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Garner, IA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across diverse clinical settings. You will perform respiratory care procedures, assess treatment efficacy, plan and educate patients, and document care in the EMR.

The position requires a Registered Respiratory Therapist license and at least 3 years of clinical experience; an Associate degree is required, and a Bachelor's degree is

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• NC Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat and manage patients with respiratory illnesses and cardiopulmonary disorders across settings.
• Perform respiratory care procedures, assess treatment efficacy, plan and educate patients.
• Document care in the electronic medical record accurately and legally.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient assessment

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Garner, IA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across diverse clinical settings. You will perform respiratory care procedures, assess treatment efficacy, plan and educate patients, and document care in the EMR.

The position requires a Registered Respiratory Therapist license and at least 3 years of clinical experience; an Associate degree is required, and a Bachelor's degree is