Respiratory Aide II - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

Professional development support

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking a Respiratory Aide II (PRN) at St. Charles Hospital to support basic respiratory care for non-acute patients. You will assist licensed therapists, manage equipment, and help ensure a clean, organized work area.

The role requires enrollment or completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program and a current BLS certificate, plus an active state Respiratory Care Permit. The position offers hospital-based benefits and PRN scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or a graduate from an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Must hold a Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit as required by the state.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and/or capillary blood, processes samples, records results, and performs quality controls.
• Sets up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• Provides basic respiratory therapy techniques including aerosol therapy, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, and oxygen therapy.
• Performs EKGs; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains respiratory equipment.
• Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units and ensures equipment availability for procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Time management

Data gathering

Customer service

Adaptability

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Mercy Health

Intro paragraph

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Respiratory Aide II - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Job Summary

The Respiratory Aide II, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.

Essential Functions

• Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.

• May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.

• May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.

• May perform EKG's; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

• Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.

• Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.

• Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations

• Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.

• Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment

• Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries

• Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage

• Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)

Experience

None

Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members
• Good communication skills
• Able to effectively work with diverse people
• Organization
• Able to keep accurate records and inventories of supplies
• Prioritizes work appropriately.
• Basic computer skills
• Troubleshooting
• Creative thinking
• Good customer service skills
• Good organizational skills and time management skills
• Good oral and written communication
• Able to receive feedback
• Able to gather and interpret data
• Accountability
• Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers
• Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Training

None

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Aff...