Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); Presencial; USD 51.000 - 67.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Rochester Regional Health's Rochester General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shift coverage. You will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer therapies, and educate patients and families.

This role includes precepting students and providing public education when requested. The position requires an associate degree in Respiratory Care, NYS RT license (or RTT with CRT), and current ACLS.

Qualificações

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate.
• New York State Respiratory Therapist license with current registration or NY RTT license with NBRC CRT credentials.
• ACLS certification current within one year of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Review patient data, history, vitals, and current orders for each patient.
• Advise on appropriate respiratory care procedures for each patient.
• Select and check respiratory equipment for function and cleanliness.
• Document prescribed therapies, including meds, airway care, oxygen, and ventilation.
• Monitor clinical parameters and adjust treatments as needed.
• Provide patient education and update care plans as required.
• Collaborate with the health care team to implement the plan of care.
• Maintain ACLS certification and participate in emergency resuscitation.
• Orient students and staff in respiratory care methods.

Conhecimentos

ACLS

NY R.T. License

NBRC CRT

Formação

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Descrição da vaga

SUMMARY

In any patient care setting, the Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public. Evaluation shall include the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of data obtained from physiological specimens, performing diagnostic tests, and the performance of history and physical related to respiratory care. Therapy shall include the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilator support, artificial airway care and maintenance, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Education shall include providing and documenting education to patients and families, acting as a preceptor for both orienting team members and students assigned to rotations at RRHS affiliates, and providing public education upon request.

STATUS: Full Time LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital DEPARTMENT: Respiratory Therapy SCHEDULE: Night shift,36 hours per week,12-hr. shifts, 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. weekend rotation: 4 weekend shifts per 8-week block

Position Summary

In any patient care setting, the Respiratory Therapist will implement and update care plans, perform cardiopulmonary evaluation, administer respiratory therapy treatment techniques, and provide education to the patient, family, other team members, students, and the public.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and evaluates existing data in the patient record, including patient history, physical exam, current vital signs, admission, and current respiratory care orders for each patient assigned.
• Reviews and evaluates other pertinent data, such as blood gas and other laboratory results, hemodynamic monitoring, electrocardiogram, and radiology study reports, specific to each patient assigned.
• Advises providers on appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques for a given patient care situation.
• Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness.
• Recommends, conducts, and documents prescribed therapeutic procedures of all types, including medication administration, airway care, bronchial hygiene, oxygen and aerosol therapy, ventilator support, and monitoring and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitors and documents all pertinent clinical parameters and assessments on all assigned patients according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Modifies treatment techniques based on patient response.
• Provides and documents patient education for therapeutic procedures performed.
• Initiates and updates respiratory care plan for all patients per department policy and procedure as applicable.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team to implement the plan of care.
• Maintains ACLS certification and initiates optimum emergency resuscitation procedures.
• Communicates information regarding the patient's clinical status to appropriate members of the health care team according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Participates in the instruction and orientation of Respiratory Care team members, students, and other allied health professionals in methods of administration of respiratory care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent certificate.
• New York State Respiratory Therapist (RT) license with current registration, including credentials received prior to 9/1993 OR New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician (RTT) license AND National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) active credentials as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• ACLS certification (current) required within one year of hire. Respiratory therapists employed in non-acute (Pulmonary or Long Term Care) areas are excluded from the ACLS requirement.

EDUCATION

• Respiratory Therapy (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
• American Heart Association (AHA)
• RT - Respiratory Therapist - NYS Office of Professions
• New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE

$36.77 - $48.33 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.