Respiratory Therapist Temp Assignment

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. You will apply evidence-based practice and collaborate with physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include assessing and diagnosing treatment plans, documenting orders, maintaining infection control, and participating in service improvements. Required: an Associate or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy, NBRC credentials, and 2 years of

Qualifications

• Associates degree in RT or related field required.
• 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required.
• NBRC RCP license (VA) required upon hire; NBRC RRT credential required upon hire; CPR/BLS; ACLS provided upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement and evaluate respiratory care plans for assigned patients.
• Complete all documentation and ensure orders are current or discontinued.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans and evaluate progress.

Education

Associates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Required)

Bachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Preferred)

Job description

Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $45.00 - $85.00/Hourly. Actual pay is determined by temporary commitment and business needs.

Overview

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the planning, executing and evaluating the total Respiratory Care of assigned patients. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes current evidenced based Respiratory Care Practice to care for each patient based on the physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Works under the direction of the leadership team to provide respiratory services associated with and in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health System and facility goals and strategic plans. Responsible for assuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, and supports best practices as recommended by the American Association of Respiratory Care.

What you will do

Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, implementing, and evaluating the treatment and procedures that contribute to the Respiratory Care Plan. Completes all documentation and assures all orders are current, completed or discontinued. Participates and assists in meetings, projects and in-services relative to improvement of RHS Respiratory Care Services. Utilizes proper infection control techniques in performance of duties and in accordance with departmental procedures. Works with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans. Evaluates progress of the treatment.

Qualifications

Education

• Associates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Required) or Bachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Preferred)

Experience

• 2 years Respiratory Therapy experience (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) RCP license from the Virginia Department of Health Professions Upon Hire(Required)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
• ACLS Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.