Respiratory Therapist I, Float II, Pineville

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across patient care areas. The role requires expertise in oxygen delivery, ventilator support, and diagnostic procedures, under established protocols.

You will document therapies and communicate with the team, ensuring patient safety and quality care. The ideal candidate holds an AMA-approved Respiratory Care degree, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS certification, with experience in critical care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate's degree and RRT or equivalent; Bachelor's preferred.
• Credentialed as an RRT by NBRC.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the applicable state.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.
• 2+ years' CCU/ED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers oxygen therapy and monitors delivery modalities.
• Operates mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures per policy.
• Evaluates therapies and recommends care plans.
• Documents therapy results and communicates with the care team.
• Maintains EMR proficiency and reports findings.
• Ensures safety, regulatory compliance and annual equipment proficiency.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilator management

Emergency care

Patient education

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

RRT or RRT Equivalent

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

Physical Requirements

Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care. Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required, Bachelor's' degree preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of applicable state.BLS required per policy guidelines.For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years' critical care experience required.