Respiratory Therapist, Full Time, Night shift, Rotating Weekends, Job ID # 1889829

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Descripción de la vacante

Palmetto-General-Hospital in Florida is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to initiate, administer and monitor respiratory therapy for patients across all ages. The role includes competency in mechanical ventilation for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients and accurate documentation of therapy per protocol.

Candidates should have at least one year of acute care experience and hold a Florida CRT or RCP license with BLS and ACLS; PALS within 30 days and NRP within 60 days.

Formación

• One year of hospital experience preferred.
• One year of critical care experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Initiates, administers and monitors respiratory therapy.
• Monitors mechanical ventilation on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients.
• Documents therapy according to protocol.
• Collaborates with medical staff to facilitate patient care.

Conocimientos

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Educación

CRT license

ACLS

BLS

PALS within 30 days

NRP within 60 days

Descripción del empleo

Note: At least 1 year of Acute Care Respiratory experience required to be eligible for the $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Position Summary:

Initiates, administers and monitors modalities of respiratory therapy and patient care to all age groups. Possesses ability to administer and monitor mechanical ventilation upon competency validation to neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. Documents and charts all therapy according to protocol.

Performs all respiratory modalities for the comfort and well being of the patient. Complies with objectives and policies of the hospital and the age/developmentally appropriate care is given in accordance with unit standards. Demonstrates clinical competency for Blood Gas duties including ABG draws, capillary draws on neonates, analysis, Quality Control and documentation.

Processes respiratory equipment. Organizes work priorities so that all work is done in an appropriate time frame while notifying the Respiratory Supervisor of changes in workload. Incorporates critical thinking skills into patient care. Interrupts routine therapy to perform STAT orders.

Collaborates with the medical staff and other disciplines in order to facilitate patient care. Demonstrates a professional , supportive attitude. Provides excellent customer service. Position requires considerable walking, standing, moderate lifting, exposure to patient elements and handling of emergencies and critical patient incidents. May be needed to work beyond the regular tour of duty. Acts as House Therapist as assigned by department head or supervisors according to department needs.

Position Qualification: (Training, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities)

• One (1) year experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• One (1) year of Critical Care experience preferred.
• Basic Computer knowledge

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Florida License as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, CRT or Respiratory Care Practitioner in Critical Care, or RCPCC required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required from American Heart Association
• PALS certification required with thirty (30) days upon hire.
• NRP certification required within sixty (60) days upon hire.

Must clear background and drug test required.