Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, Day Shift, Full-time

Nwregionalheart; Willits (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Howard Memorial in Willits, CA seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care for adults and geriatrics. The role includes ventilator management, ARDS/ventilation support, and detailed documentation within EMR systems.

Responsibilities include administering airway and oxygen therapies, conducting ABG analyses, and collaborating with physicians. Supervisory duties may involve guiding junior staff and ensuring compliance with AH policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; preferred.
• Master's Degree; preferred.
• Three years' technical experience; preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT): Required in CA, OR, and HI
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license: Required in CA
• CPR/BLS certification: Required
• ACLS certification: Required
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification: Preferred
• Registered or Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care: Required

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents the appropriateness of prescribed therapy; administers aerosol and oxygen therapy; manages arterial blood gases.
• Provides care to ventilator patients and assists in department record keeping and training of new staff.
• Performs pulmonary function tests and related procedures; monitors patient progress and respiratory rehabilitation.
• Updates diagnoses and communicates changes during patient stay; ensures documentation and charges are accurate.
• Assists with maintenance of equipment; supports physicians with bronchoscopy and other procedures.

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Ventilator management

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Master's Degree

Three years' technical experience

Tools

NBRC-RRT or NBRC-CRT

RCP license (CA)

CPR/BLS certification

ACLS certification

NRP certification

PALS certification

NBRC certification

Job description

Nestled in the "Gateway to the Redwoods", Adventist Health Howard Memorial takes pride in its legacy of providing exceptional, high-quality care since 1928. We are comprised of a state-of-the-art 74,000 square foot facility, with four surgery suites, an on-site farm-to-fork restaurant and 25 beautiful private rooms designed with healing and comfort in mind. We provide a wide-range of primary and specialty care services to best serve our community. Willits is home to excellent trails and nature areas for hikers, campers and bicyclists. Whether it is the climate, moderate cost of living or just the small-town atmosphere, it is a place where everyone receives a warm welcome and treated like family.

Job Summary

Performs basic and critical respiratory care services. Has the ability to work well without supervision as well as maintain supervision over others, as delegated. Provides respiratory care services for the adult and geriatric patient. Provides respiratory care for patients with respiratory disease, as ordered by the physician and in accordance with current department policies concerning all phases of respiratory therapy. Completes paperwork, electronic medical records, flow sheets, and charges for each patient.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-RRT) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC-CRT) credential: Required in CA, OR, and HI
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license: Required in CA
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificationorBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Advanced CardiovascularLife Support (ACLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy:: Required
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification: Preferred
• Registered or Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Advanced CardiovascularLife Support (ACLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Assesses and documents the appropriateness of prescribed therapy (including recommendations) for patients receiving respiratory care services. Administers aerosol and oxygen therapy, while maintaining charts. Draws arterial blood gases per policy and physician order. Provides care to ventilator patients. Assists in department record keeping and operation, as well as participation in training and supervision of new employees. Documents care given; maintains records of treatment given; generates necessary documents for charges or record keeping. Assists in the instruction of nursing personnel in surveillance of patient and equipment after initial installation.
• Performs pulmonary function tests, drainage procedures, and provides additional patient care regarding cardio respiratory disease. Provides suggestions regarding the patients’ treatment and pulmonary progress. Provides assistance in cardio respiratory rehabilitation. Provides instruction to patients and family in the nature of cardio respiratory disease and its ramifications.
• Makes rounds to check all respiratory therapy equipment in use or on standby in patient areas. Ensures completion of the initial ventilator bundle orders upon initiation of mechanical ventilation. Ensures compliance of VAP bundle for all patients receiving mechanical ventilation. Identifies measurable and reasonable outcomes while using appropriate therapy interventions to resolve patient needs. Updates and communicates the diagnosis throughout the patient's stay based on patient's changing condition and disease status.
• Assists with maintenance and processing of equipment and products used in providing respiratory therapy services.
• Serves as a knowledge resource to the physician and hospital staff in relation to the technical aspects of respiratory care and the effectiveness of methods to administer safe respiratory therapy. Assists in stocking and re-ordering parts and equipment. Assists in the set up of specialty equipment. Keeps the equipment clean and ready for its next use. Assists physicians with bronchoscopies and special procedures. Assists with quality control, staff schedules and competencies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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