Night-Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Seagoville (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Candidates must graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, hold Texas licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS/ACLS; NRP/PALS within 1 year of hire; at least 6 months respiratory care experience.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required.
• NRP and Pediatric Advanced Life Support must obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• At least 6 months of respiratory care experience.

Responsabilidades

• Performs respiratory therapeutics including oxygen administration, weaning, aerosol and humidity therapy, IPPB, and bronchial hygiene.
• Performs and reports arterial blood gas analysis, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function studies and ECGs.
• Prepares evaluation through bedside respiratory assessment, patient interview and medical record review.
• Applies critical thinking to determine appropriate actions.
• Interprets CXR, ABG, and PFT data when reviewing patient information.
• Assembles and maintains cardiopulmonary equipment and related devices.
• Participates in infection control, safety and quality assurance tasks.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Uses appropriate patient scripting to improve satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Medical knowledge

Educación

Diploma or degree in Respiratory Care

Descripción del empleo

Candidates must graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program, hold Texas licensure, NBRC registration, and BLS/ACLS; NRP/PALS within 1 year of hire; at least 6 months respiratory care experience.