Respiratory Care Practitioner - Belpre Pediatric Respiratory Therapy - PRN 0.3 (as scheduled) ([...]

Memorial Health System - Ohio; Belpre (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Memorial Health System - Ohio is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist in Belpre, OH. You will assess patient needs, implement respiratory therapies, and monitor effectiveness in a fast-paced environment, including ED support.

The role requires Ohio licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, BLS, and willingness to participate in ongoing training. You will work with a diverse team to deliver high-quality patient care, with emphasis on safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in Ohio.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and NRP preferred.
• RQI compliance as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient need for respiratory therapy by interviewing patients and reviewing data.
• Initiate and monitor respiratory interventions and adjust plans as needed.
• Perform ABG draws and analyze results with quality control.
• Assist in discharge planning and patient education regarding therapies and devices.
• Operate and maintain respiratory care equipment and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Emergency response

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (OH)

1 year experience preferred

Tools

Ventilators

ABG analyzer

Monitoring equipment

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Belpre, OH 45714Position Type: PRNJob Shift: 12-Hour Mid ShiftJob Category: Allied HealthIn an environment of continuous quality improvement under general supervision and upon passing proficiency testing, assumes responsibility for performing basic respiratory care for adult and pediatric patients. Upon completion of didactic course work and orientation, may perform various respiratory monitoring and evaluation procedures for patients of all ages. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions:

• Assesses patient need for respiratory therapy by interviewing patients, performing limited physical examinations, reviewing and evaluating existing clinical data and developing a respiratory plan of care with recommendations for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment, including goals
• Initiates, conducts, and evaluates efficacy of therapeutic procedures/interventions and recommends changes to the respiratory plan of care for goal achievement and successful outcomes
• Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and/or neurodiagnostic procedures, calculates test results, determines reliability, performs quality control, evaluates implication of test results and makes clinical and critical decisions accordingly
• Assists in discharge planning for respiratory patients including BiLevel, oxygen and NIV
• Responsible for the operation verification procedures, cleaning/disinfection, calibration, set-up, maintenance, troubleshooting and transportation of respiratory care, cardiopulmonary diagnostic and neurodiagnostic equipment.
• Maintains par inventory levels for supplies and rental equipment
• Assists physicians and/or performs special procedures: bronchoscopy, a-lines, intubation, meconium aspiration, IVs, phlebotomy, tilt table studies, continuous EEG monitoring, EEGs and EMGs
• Educates patients and family on medications, equipment , lung cancer screening and disease management using Stop Light criteria
• Performs ABG draws, analysis, quality control, proficiency testing and ABG system maintenance
• Uses clinical and critical thinking skills as responder to Code Blue, Code Pink, Rapid Response, and Trauma Alert Level 1
• Independently provides critical care including, but is not limited to; application and monitoring of invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation, medical gases, patient care transports, resuscitation, airway care, high risk deliveries, and rapid response calls
• Performs as an integral member of the free standing ED team, assisting where and when needed for smooth patient care flow and improved customer satisfaction
• Responsible for accurate documentation, billing procedures, patient tracking, and reports
• Participates on committees/ ICU patient rounds, Tumor Board, IT project teams
• Actively participates in quality and safety through tracking, reporting and recommendations
• Participates in community events/education/marketing
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist licensed by the Ohio Medical Board as a Respiratory Care Professional.
• 1-year prior experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and NRP preferred.
• Maintains compliance in RQI required.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:

• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the cardiopulmonary department.

Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits:

Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.

Bonus Eligibility:

Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.