Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department

WakeMed; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed in Garner, North Carolina is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses. The role requires performing various respiratory care procedures while documenting patient care accurately. Candidates must hold a Registered Respiratory Therapist certification, NC Respiratory Care Practitioner license, and possess three years of clinical experience. The position favors an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, with a Bachelor's preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist Required.
• NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required.
• 3 Years Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, treats and manages patients with respiratory illnesses.
• Performs all respiratory care procedures.
• Documents in the electronic medical record all patient care.

Skills

Adult Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Neonatal/Peds Basic Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Overview

Evaluates, treats and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Performs all respiratory care procedures in addition to patient assessments, treatment efficacy, planning and patient education. Documents in the electronic medical record factual, accurate, complete, timely, and legal information about the care they provide to each patient.

• Adult Basic Life Support Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required
• Neonatal/Peds Basic Life Support Required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required

Licensure

Registered Respiratory Therapist Required – and NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required

Education

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Required – and Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Preferred

Experience

3 Years Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required

EOE

EOE