Respiratory Therapist PRN

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a PRN Respiratory Therapist in Denver, Colorado. The role involves delivering respiratory care procedures in various healthcare settings and requires specific certifications and a commitment to patient well-being. This opportunity offers flexible scheduling while contributing significantly to patient care.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS required.
• 1+ year of respiratory therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory procedures under physician direction.
• Collaborate with professionals for effective care delivery.
• Assists in emergency care and CPR.

Skills

Patient care

Medication delivery

Ventilation management

Diagnostic testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program

Current credential of CRT by N.B.R.C.

Current state Respiratory Therapist Licensure

Current BLS certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Therapist PRN (25017580)

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist PRN (

Job Number:

25017580 )

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogetherwe are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift : Nights

The role you’ll contribute:

Perform respiratory procedures under physician direction in all patient areas. Responsible for patient assessments, care plans, plan implementation and evaluation and revision of therapy plan as needed. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure the most effective and efficient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Utilizes knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity in the provision of patient care. Supports the organization vision and mission and practices performance improvement techniques to assure the delivery of the most effective patient care.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Delivers respiratory care procedures to patients in general, acute, critical care and emergency areas according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs therapeutic modalities including patient monitoring, medication delivery, ventilation management, expansion therapy, and bronchial hygiene.
• Performs diagnostic testing including ABG's, PFT's, EKG's, cardiac, bronchoscopy, and pulse oximetry.
• Assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency care by providing airway maintenance and management, cardiac support and other assistance as needed to expedite patient and physician needs.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Education Program, i.e. CoARC, JRCRTE, or CAAHEP
• Current credential of CRT by N.B.R.C.
• Current state Respiratory Therapist Licensure (RLT) in applicable state of employment
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association
• Other certifications required upon hire or within 6 months of hire:
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ year of respiratory therapy experience
• Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR)