Respiratory Care Practitioner II – Night Shift

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

Columbia (MD)

On-site

USD 46,838 - 78,523

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center in Columbia, MD is seeking a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver inpatient and emergency respiratory care in a fast-paced hospital setting. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, performing diagnostic testing, and administering therapies in collaboration with physicians.

Requires Maryland license, NBRC registration, and CPR/BLS/ACLS (ACLS within six months).

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care Practitioner program.
Active Maryland license with NBRC registration.
Current CPR, BLS and ACLS certifications; ACLS within six months of hire.
PALS certification preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Provide respiratory care to inpatients and outpatients per physician orders and protocols.
Review patient records, collect clinical information, and perform assessments.
Perform diagnostic measurements including bedside pulmonary function and arterial blood gases.
Deliver airway management, secretion removal, oxygenation, and ventilatory support.
Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment and supplies.
Assist with patient transport, discharge planning, and education.
Participate in clinical rounds and emergency response activities.
Document care accurately in the EMR.