Registered Respiratory Therapist I, Atrium Health Pineville, PRN

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider where you will play a crucial role in delivering respiratory care to patients. This position involves performing essential therapeutic procedures, monitoring ventilators, and ensuring patient safety. You will collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, utilizing your expertise in respiratory care equipment and protocols. With a focus on patient education and critical care experience, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about respiratory health and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care required.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct respiratory care and monitor ventilators.
• Document therapy results and communicate with healthcare team.

Skills

Oxygen delivery methods

Therapeutic procedures

Mechanical ventilators

Patient education

Electronic medical records

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care

Associate’s RRT or RRT Equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Electronic medical records system

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician’s orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Physical Requirements
Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care. Associate’s RRT or RRT Equivalent required, Bachelor's degree preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina. BLS required per policy guidelines. Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards. For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required.