Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

TieTalent; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in New Braunfels is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist responsible for the care of patients across various age groups. The role requires clinical expertise in therapies and the ability to respond to emergencies. Candidates must possess relevant state licenses and certifications.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and establish respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilators and deliver care in emergency situations.
• Participate in CAP and JC surveys.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Respiratory Care

Ventilator Management

Emergency Response

Education

RT or RCP License in state of employment

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC

Current ACLS Certification

Current PALS Certification

Current NRP Certification

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

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Summary

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

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Summary

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels’ strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

Responsibilities

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Include, But Are Not Limited To

Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;

Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;

Delivery of aerosolized drugs;

Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation);

Oral hygiene;

Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;

Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;

Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;

Chest film analysis;

Bloodgas collection and analysis;

EKG analysis;

Accurate and complete documentation;

Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;

Participate in CAP and JC surveys.

RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader

Advanced Practice Skills May Include

Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;

Pulmonary Function Testing;

Bronchoscopy assist;

Hemodynamic Monitoring;

Waveform analysis;

Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Polysomnography;

Transport duties.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

RT or RCP License in state of employment required

BLS required

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required

Current ACLS certification required

Current PALS certification required

Current NRP certification required

Work Schedule

Varies

Work Type

Full Time

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• English

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