Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & Acute Care Expert

Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District; Brawley (CA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District seeks a qualified Respiratory Therapist to administer general respiratory care, monitor patients on ventilators, perform ABG sampling, and document care in the EMR. The role emphasizes safe, evidence-based practice and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation, adhering to ACLS/PALS/NRP guidelines, infection control, and ongoing professional development through reading and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• NBRC CRT credential required.
• NBRC RRT credential preferred.
• Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.

Responsabilités

• Administers humidity and aerosol therapies as ordered; performs EKGs, ABGs, sputum inductions and other procedures.
• Manages invasive and non-invasive ventilators: setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and weaning considerations.
• Documents patient assessments and procedures in the EMR in accordance with policy.
• Responds to Code Blue and assists with cardiopulmonary procedures per ACLS/PALS/NRP.
• Maintains ventilator equipment and infection control practices; ensures supply readiness across units.

Connaissances

Ventilator management

ABG sampling

EMR documentation

Infection control

Formation

AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy

NBRC CRT credential

California Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC RRT credential

Description du poste

Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District seeks a qualified Respiratory Therapist to administer general respiratory care, monitor patients on ventilators, perform ABG sampling, and document care in the EMR. The role emphasizes safe, evidence-based practice and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation, adhering to ACLS/PALS/NRP guidelines, infection control, and ongoing professional development through reading and continuing education.