Respiratory Care Practitioner Level I - *$20,000 Sign on Bonus*

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading children's hospital as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, where you'll provide essential respiratory care to patients of all ages. This role requires administering therapies, managing ventilators, and performing critical procedures in acute care settings. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while maintaining your clinical skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while contributing to a compassionate and patient-centered care approach.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program required.
• 1 year of work experience in Respiratory Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in acute care delivery and ER.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Mechanical Ventilator Management

CPR

Patient Care

Mathematical Calculations

Basic Computer Skills

Effective Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Care Practitioner *New Grad (240003FF)

*Students and New Grads - Please apply to this position

Under general direction of the department manager, according to departmental and hospital standards, the Respiratory Care Practitioner, referred to as RCP-I, is responsible for administering all levels of Respiratory Care to treat patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction and/or disabilities. RCP-I will function to the level that is usual and customary for Acute Care and ER. The RCP-I will maintain all skills and knowledge sufficient to provide safe, effective, and appropriate care to all ages of patients including neonates, infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, and adults.

Must be able to demonstrate competency of all aspects of acute care delivery and ER prior to completion of initial 90 days.

1. Administers all general Respiratory Therapy procedures, including humidity and aerosol therapy, lung inflation maneuvers, pulmonary secretion clearance, CPAP, BIPAP, and High-Flow Therapy.
2. Must demonstrate basic mechanical ventilator management skills including set-up, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
3. Performs CPR as indicated. Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostic procedures ascribed to specific care areas.
4. Works independently within the ER and all acute care areas.
5. Adheres to policies and procedures established by Respiratory Care Services and Children’s National Health System.
6. Ability to organize, establish priorities, and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
7. Must be able to perform under stressful situations using good clinical judgment.
8. Must demonstrate compassion and patient-centered orientation when dealing with patients, families, and co-workers.
9. Must have ability to perform mathematical calculations.
10. Must maintain clinical skills and required continuing education credits for department and licensure including: BLS, PALS, FIT Testing, annual skills review, in-services, etc.
11. Must have physical ability to perform all treatment modalities.
12. Must have physical ability to move and lift up to 50lbs; frequently endure long periods of standing and walking.
13. Must have basic computer skills.

Required Education:

Associates Degree: Completion of a minimum two years of college training in an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program. Required

Work experience in Respiratory Care – 1 Year – Preferred

Successful completion of academic clinical rotations – Required

Licenses:

RCP License from District of Columbia DOH Health Regulation and Licensing Administration – Required

Certifications:

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) – Required

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Required

Primary Location

District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010

Job

Allied Health

Organization

COE Hospital-Based Specialties

Shift : Variable

Work Schedule : TBD

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment.