Respiratory Therapist, Advanced

Duke Health; Raleigh (NC); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

$20,000 Commitment Bonus (if eligible)

Up to $8,000 relocation assistance (if

Descripción de la vacante

Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Health System, seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner I to perform and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures across neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients. Join a team delivering advanced care at Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, NC and contribute to multidisciplinary rounds and specialized procedures.

Position requires an AMA-approved respiratory care program (associate degree or equivalent), NC licensure, and certification in BLS, ACLS,

Formación

• Completion of a 2-year AMA approved respiratory care program (associate’s degree or the equivalent).
• Maintain annual skill maintenance requirements; safety/compliance requirements; NC license CEUs.
• Must maintain North Carolina State Licensure Registry (RRT) NBRC certification as applicable.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate appropriateness of medical orders; proficient in ventilator modalities.
• Perform endotracheal intubation under supervision.
• Administer medical gases and manage airway devices; assist with extubation.
• Participate in clinical rounds with physicians, nurses and other health care providers.
• Assist with bronchoscopy and orientation/training of Level II RT.
• Ensure safe operation of devices in MRI; comply with scope of practice.

Conocimientos

Ventilator management

NPPV (CPAP/BiPAP)

Endotracheal intubation

Capnography monitoring

Clinical rounds participation

Emergency response

Educación

Associate degree in respiratory care

Descripción del empleo

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 204-beds, it is the third largest of the four Duke Health hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

$20,000 Committment Bonus (if eligible)

Up to $8,000 in relocation assistance (if eligible)

Job Description

Perform and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice, performing work in accordance with physician orders in the neonatal, pediatric, and adult patient populations.

Work Performed

Perform all duties and responsibilities required of a Respiratory Care Practitioner I. Evaluate appropriateness of medical orders. Proficient in the application of mechanical ventilator modalities. Proficient in the application of Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NPPV); Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and Bi-Level Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP) Perform endotracheal intubation under the observation of a Supervisor or Advanced Practitioner. Perform extubations. Serve as member of the code/ emergency team. Administer medical gases. Insert nasogastric and orogastric tubes. Perform tracheotomy tube changes. Perform capnography monitoring. Transport patients requiring mechanical ventilation or airway protection. Interpret clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives. Participate in clinical rounds with physicians, nurses, and other health care providers Assist with Bronchoscopy. Assist with orientation and training of Level II RT. Assure safe operations of devices in the MRI. Qualified for certification in the hyperbaric chamber if applicable to the institution scope of practice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interaction relative to the specific age of a patient. Skills validation/certification of competencies for the duties and responsibilities required for a Level I RT. Skills validation / certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level. Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team. Work is performed in all areas of the hospital. Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds. Required to carry emergency airway bag weighing approximately 20 pounds. Work requires walking, running, climbing, and bending. Customer service and communication expertise.

Level Characteristics

N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Completion of a 2-year AMA approved respiratory care program (associate’s degree or the equivalent). Must maintain annual skill maintenance requirements Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEUs.

Experience

Six months to one year of clinical experience following graduation from a respiratory care program.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

North Carolina State Licensure Registry (RRT) by the National Association for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRPS) if applicable to institution.

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