Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nightshift

MedStar Health; Rosedale (MD); On-site; USD 102,237,000 - 185,421,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient-focused care across all ages in an acute care setting. You will work under physician orders, operate and monitor ventilators, oxygen, and related equipment, and ensure safety and quality in every treatment.

Candidates should have AMA-accredited program completion with AAS or higher, be registry eligible, and hold or pursue a Maryland/DC license as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA-accredited respiratory care program with an AAS or higher.
• Less than 1 year acute care experience; registry eligible required.
• Maryland/DC license as Respiratory Care Practitioner required

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care orders as directed by physicians.
• Operate and monitor all respiratory care equipment and services.
• Administer oxygen, aerosolized therapies, bronchodilators and humidity.
• Perform spirometry and blood gas analysis; monitor EKGs as needed.
• Respond to CPR with airway management and ventilation.
• Document care in EMR and communicate results to the care team.
• Support department workflows and adhere to safety and quality standards

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Crisis intervention

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

RCP License

CRT

RRT (preferred)

ACLS

NRP

PALS

Job description

About this Job:

General Summary of PositionPossesses and demonstrates adequate knowledge to provide respiratory care to all patient populations with technique appropriate to chronological social emotional cognitive and physical development. Respiratory care delivered is ordered by physician according to established standards practice and protocols.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Assesses the physical psychosocial spiritual & cultural dimensions of the patient as well as educational needs and appropriately documents.Performs all respiratory therapy treatments and services including but not limited to: application operation monitoring and management of all equipment and services provided. Service to include but not limited to: oxygen mixed gas and humidity; monitoring; ventilators (Invasive and Non-invasive); bronchial hygiene; lung expansion; Spirometry testing; EKG machines; Blood Gas Analysis.Employs principles of therapeutic communication interviewing techniques problem solving and crisis intervention when performing patient care.Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders throughout work shift.Responds performs and participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by maintaining the airway providing oxygen and ventilation via mask endotracheal tube or other devices and performs closed chest cardiac massage.Facilitates workflow efficiency monitoring interdepartmental systems and processes departmental policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvements as needed.Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive.Complies with all policies and standards.Utilized all organizational resources effectively and efficiently.Where applicable refers to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.

Minimal QualificationsEducationAssociate's degree

Graduate of an AMA accredited program in respiratory care with an AAS Degree or higher required andBachelor's degree Baccalaureate degree in related healthcare field preferredExperienceLess than 1 year Acute Care experience. Registry eligible required

Licenses and Certifications

• RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner Must process and maintain license to practice Respiratory Care in Maryland and/or the District of Columbia based on hospital location. required
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist Licensed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required. required
• RRT - Registered respiratory Therapist Registered respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is preferred. preferred
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification ACLS NRP PALS and other certifications are required within a year where required within 1 Year required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of human respiratory anatomy physiology and pathology as related to respiratory care. Knowledge of the operation of respiratory care equipment and its application in a clinical setting. The ability to assess hazardous conditions related to respiratory care and take corrective action. The ability to work with patients of all ages (neonatal to geriatrics). The ability to remain calm and function under stressful conditions. Must work well as a team member; must be articulate and communicate well with all types of people.This position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.