Respiratory Therapist PRN Days

Kindred; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred is seeking a skilled respiratory therapist in Philadelphia to provide safe and competent respiratory care. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring mechanical ventilation, conducting patient assessments, and documenting all care procedures. A current respiratory therapy license, CRT/RRT certification, and BLS/ACLS certifications are required. The ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively within a healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Education as required for attaining credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current respiratory therapy license from the appropriate state licensing body.
• Current certified, registered respiratory therapist (CRT/RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Administer safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician.
• Monitor mechanical ventilation and perform patient assessments.
• Document and maintain the respiratory-care elements of the patient plan.

Skills

Effective airway management

Respiratory care procedures

Documentation

Patient assessment

Education

Respiratory therapy education

Tools

Mechanical ventilation devices

ABG analyzer

Job description

Company Overview

Kindred Hospital Philadelphia is a 52‑bed long‑term acute care hospital offering in‑depth care similar to a traditional hospital for extended recovery. We partner with your physician and provide 24‑hour clinical care seven days a week to help you begin your journey to wellness. The hospital is located near the Lawncrest recreational center and park.

Job Summary

Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, conducting patient assessment, understanding the ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring and blood work, monitoring, teaching, and training.

Essential Functions

• Competent delivery of respiratory care procedures in all areas of the hospital as outlined in policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation and charge capture of all respiratory care procedures. Develop, document, and maintain respiratory-care elements of the patient plan of care.
• Verify and initiate all physician orders for respiratory care.
• Demonstrate competency and working knowledge of all respiratory-care instruments and equipment. Perform troubleshooting, problem resolution, and proper disinfection/sterilization.
• Initiate, monitor and maintain oxygen/aerosol delivery devices and non‑invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation devices.
• Perform effective airway management including oral/nasal airway placement, bag/mask ventilation, intubation or intubation assistance, emergent and scheduled tracheostomy tube changes. Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiate and perform CPR.
• Perform tracheostomy, endotracheal tube and oral care.
• Implement one‑way speaking‑valve trials per physician order.
• Assist physician with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures.
• Complete initial and ongoing decannulation risk assessments with appropriate interventions and documentation.
• Perform and document timely spontaneous breathing trial assessments for weaning readiness. Initiate and advance mechanical ventilator weaning per protocol.
• Actively participate in the multidisciplinary early patient mobility program.
• Perform pulse oximetry and carbon dioxide gas monitoring.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required.
• Perform and document patient and family teaching/education.
• Provide and receive accurate and complete patient handoff reports.
• Participate in department/hospital in‑services, meetings, and patient care rounds.
• Notify immediate supervisor of changes in workload and patient acuity.
• Provide timely and accurate updates to healthcare team members and make recommendations for modification to patient therapy as clinically indicated.
• Assist in orientation and training of new employees/students, and precept new employees during orientation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Expectations

• Ability to work under stress and respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Utilize appropriate interpersonal communication skills when interacting with all healthcare team members, patients, and their families.
• Understand principles of lifespan growth and development with the ability to provide care appropriate for the adult and geriatric patient population.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0 %.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Respiratory therapy education as required for attainment of credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current respiratory therapy license from the appropriate state licensing body.
• Current certified, registered respiratory therapist (CRT/RRT) credential or a respiratory‑care practitioner certification in compliance with the National Board for Respiratory Care Credential Maintenance Program (CMP).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Experience

• One year of experience preferred.