Respiratory Therapist Night Shift

Jackson Hospital; Montgomery, Northern (AL, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, AL, is seeking a respiratory therapist to join an AMA-approved program. The role requires a licensed therapist with 1 year of critical care and neonatal experience, with RRT or CRT certification preferred. BLS and ACLS are required; PALS and NRP are preferred.

Alabama license is mandatory, and proficiency with hospital information systems is expected. The therapist will provide care across all ages under physician or protocol orders, support evidence-based

Qualifications

• AMA-approved respiratory care program is required.
• BLS and ACLS are required.
• PALS and NRP are preferred.
• Current Alabama license is required.
• Computer skills to use Hospital Information System and other devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care under the Alabama State Board scope and physician/protocol orders for all age groups.
• Promote evidence-based practice, assess patients, and communicate with the health care team.
• Attend required hospital and department education and stay current in the field.

Skills

RRT certification

CRT certification

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Teamwork

Patient assessment

Communication

Education

AMA-approved respiratory care program

Tools

Hospital Information System

Job description

AMA-approved program for respiratory care. Prefer 1 year critical care and neonatal experience. RRT or CRT; RRT preferred, BLS and ACLS required, PALS and NRP preferred. Current Alabama License required. Computer skills required for use of Hospital Information System and other devices. Standing and walking for long periods of time, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, maneuvering heavy rolling equipment long distances, assisting hospital staff in positioning and moving patients.

Job Description

Performs under the scope of practice of the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy Chapter 798-X-4. Provides all duties within scope of practice as ordered by physician or protocol and for all age groups as assigned. Promotes best practices in respiratory care through the application of evidenced based medicine involving patient assessment, recommendation, education, intervention and communication with the health care team. Follows Jackson Hospital Standards of performance, works well in a team, supports operations, and performance improvement. Attends required hospital and departmental based education and stays current in field.

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