Respiratory Care Practitioner — Impactful Patient Care & Growth

Riverside Health; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. The role uses evidence-based practice and adheres to safety goals and departmental standards.

Responsibilities include assessing and implementing treatment plans, documenting orders, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and maintaining infection control.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field required; bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required.
• Licenses: NBRC RCP license, NBRC RRT; CPR/BLS; ACLS provider upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement and evaluate respiratory care plans for patients.
• Complete documentation and ensure orders are current or discontinued.
• Participate in meetings and in-services to improve respiratory services.
• Use infection control techniques according to procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans.
• Evaluate progress of treatments.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Job description

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. The role uses evidence-based practice and adheres to safety goals and departmental standards.

Responsibilities include assessing and implementing treatment plans, documenting orders, collaborating with physicians and nurses, and maintaining infection control.