Respiratory Therapist II, Peds - FT, Nights

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to work at Greenville Memorial Hospital. The role involves performing respiratory care, managing mechanical ventilation, and communicating effectively with the healthcare team.

Successful candidates will hold an RRT license and be prepared to work nights. This position requires skills in treating patients across all age groups and adhering to infection control practices. Join Prisma Health in making a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state where work is performed.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures as ordered.
• Initiate and manage various types of mechanical ventilation.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Skills necessary to treat patients of all ages

Education

Associate degree, Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Job Summary

Performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physician’s order and departmental policy. Works independently in all acute and critical care settings. Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Performs respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols.
• Initiates, monitors and manages patients requiring various types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Initiates and manages various types of airways and associated equipment.
• Obtains blood gasses from sites. Analyzes and reports results.
• Documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and tasks. Provides patient and family education, as appropriate.
• Communicates with members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows. Provides an accurate and complete report. Makes recommendations as appropriate. Communicates well with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in lieu of the above.
• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate degree. Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school.
• Experience: No experience defined.

In Lieu Of

In lieu of education and experience noted above, a diploma and/or equivalent experience may be considered.

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state in which work is performed.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS.
• NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS etc. must obtain and maintain certifications as required by work unit.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

Greenville Memorial Hospital

Facility

1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department

10087143 Childrens Hospital-Respiratory