Registered Respiratory Therapist, Lincoln

Advocate Aurora Health; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Lincolnton, NC seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide and supervise respiratory care, including ventilator support, oxygen therapy, and diagnostic sampling. The role requires state licensure, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS certification.

You will work in a dynamic clinical environment within the respiratory care department. The incumbent will independently assess therapies, maintain records in the EMR, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while

Qualifications

• Must be registered respiratory therapist (RRT) and licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the state you work.
• Basic Life Support for health care providers required.
• Advanced certification as per facility/department.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and equipment and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures.
• Administers and evaluates therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes recommendations for plans of care and patient education.
• Documents therapy and communicates results to the healthcare team.

Skills

RRT credential NBRC

NC license

BLS certification

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• 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.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work. Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required. Advanced certification per facility/department.

Education Required:

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required. Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).

Experience Required:

• For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience. For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code.
• This is Clinical Ladder position: Advancement complies with the requirements of the Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder. Experience, approved certification, and education as outlined in Respiratory Therapist Clinical Ladder.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated abilityto effectively communicate andestablishworking relationships.
• Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development anddemonstratesthe skills and competencyappropriate tothe ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Protected Health Information:

• Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the informationreasonably necessaryto do the job.
• Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.
• Access to verbal, written, and electronic PHI for this job has beendeterminedbased on job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Education

BA/BS or higher preferred.

BSRT preferred

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.