Respiratory Care Practitioner I (PRN) – Patient Care

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Boardman Township (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

403(b) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Boardman, OH seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for a PRN role. The practitioner assesses and treats patients, communicates goals, and collaborates with the care team to implement plans.

He/she educates patients and families on therapies and ensures accurate documentation and safety practices. The role involves setting up equipment, participating in resuscitation when needed, and maintaining compliance with infection control standards while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 6 months Respiratory Therapy experience in general care or ambulatory setting preferred.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the state of practice.
• NBRC credentialing preferred; RRT preferred.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS preferred at hire; must obtain prior to direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, plan and implement respiratory care plans.
• Explain therapies to patients; adjust treatments based on response.
• Document charting; maintain policies, safety and infection control.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapies and home care when applicable.
• Set up and maintain respiratory equipment; participate in emergencies as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education & instruction

Infection control

Equipment setup

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR (Epic)

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Boardman, OH seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for a PRN role. The practitioner assesses and treats patients, communicates goals, and collaborates with the care team to implement plans.

He/she educates patients and families on therapies and ensures accurate documentation and safety practices. The role involves setting up equipment, participating in resuscitation when needed, and maintaining compliance with infection control standards while delivering