Registered Respiratory Therapist-Full-Time -Days

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Dunn, NC seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform all aspects of respiratory care per department guidelines. You will respond to resuscitation situations, maintain documentation, and work as charge therapist as needed.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree from a COARC-approved program, NBRC-RRT certification, NCRCB license, and BCLS. One year of clinical experience preferred. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in respiratory care or equivalent.
• RRT credential from NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) or equivalent.
• State licensure (NCRCB) required.
• Basic life support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer oxygen therapy and airway care per guidelines.
• Respond to resuscitation and emergencies as needed.
• Document patient care and maintain records.
• Work as charge therapist in the absence of supervisor.
• Maintain competence across modalities for all ages.

Skills

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC RRT certification

NCRCB license

BCLS certification

Tools

BCX system

Job description

FacilityBetsy Johnson HospitalLocationDunn, North CarolinaDepartmentRespiratory Care ServicesJob FamilyAllied HealthWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryPerform all aspects and modalities of Respiratory Care to Health System patients per department guidelines. Respond to resuscitation situations and other respiratory emergencies when needed. Maintain and complete appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records. Perform as charge therapist when necessary.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMajor Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Administer continuous oxygen and continuous bland aerosol therapy per department guidelinesPerform intermittent therapy and diagnostic procedures per department guidelinesAccess patient medication from the Medication Security Area to implement Respiratory Care per hospital and departmental policies and proceduresInitiate and maintain mechanical ventilation and completes appropriate documentationProvide airway management, ventilation and closed chest compression as necessary during emergency resuscitation and perform intubations after receiving approvalAssess patient condition and response to respiratory care so recommendations can be made when necessary and establish protocols are followedInitiate and maintain monitoring equipment that are the responsibility of the Respiratory Care DepartmentPerform as charge therapists in the absence of a supervisorKnowledgeable in the use of equipment and treatment modalities for patients of all agesCharge for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX systemOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training:Associate’s degree from a COARC approved Respiratory Care Program requiredRegistered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) requiredLicensed by the NCRCB requiredBCLS certified by the American Heart Association requiredWork Experience:1 year of clinical experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageUnderstanding of medical terminology and current respiratory care modalitiesAbility to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guestsKnowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staffPhysical Requirements:Ability to communicate orallyManual dexterity to operate and assemble equipmentVisual acuityAbility to stand or walk for long periods of timeAbility to position and move patientsAbility to push heavy equipment to patients’ bedsidesMay involve skin, eye, and mucous membranes with blood or other potentially infectious materialsRequired Licenses and CertificationsRRT - National Board For Respiratory CareCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity