Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Advocate Health; Elkin (NC); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital is seeking a Licensed Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a high-acuity setting. You will manage ventilators (invasive and non-invasive), perform diagnostic procedures, and work closely with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include an AMA-approved respiratory care program, NBRC RRT licensure, BLS, and within 90 days PALS/NRP and ACLS.

Qualificações

• Graduate of AMA–approved respiratory care program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC and NC licensure required.
• BLS required.
• PALS and NRP within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS within 90 days of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver and supervise oxygen delivery methods and equipment as prescribed.
• Perform diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Manage mechanical and non-invasive ventilation and monitor patient status.
• Evaluate therapies and recommend plans of care and patient education.
• Document therapy and communicate results to the healthcare team.
• Initiate and adjust respiratory care techniques in emergency settings and perform blood gas analyses.
• Work independently across patient care areas; proficient with the EMR.
• Follow safety guidelines and meet regulatory requirements.

Conhecimentos

Ventilator management

Adult respiratory care

EMR/documentation

Emergency response

Team communication

Formação académica

AMA-approved respiratory care program

NBRC registry/licensure (RRT)

Ferramentas

Ventilator equipment

PALS/NRP knowledge

ACLS knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Location: Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

YOU’LL NEED:

• Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.
• Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.