Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & Critical Care Expert

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Kirksville (MO); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders in an acute care setting.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with the healthcare team. Responsibilities include ventilator management, ABG sampling, bedside support, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols.

Qualifikationen

• Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
• Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.

Aufgaben

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure to facilitate cooperation and successful completion.
• Performs ABG punctures accurately and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Performs pulmonary testing procedures as assigned.
• Follows respiratory protocols ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains respiratory therapy equipment ensuring proper functioning and cleanliness.
• Implements physician orders accurately and documents all treatments and responses.
• Ensures proper PPE use and infection control measures.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance for patient safety.
• Responds to emergencies with appropriate intervention and team collaboration.
• Delivers age-appropriate oxygen therapy across patient populations.

Kenntnisse

Respiratory procedures

Ventilator management

EMR documentation

Communication

Tools

EMR systems

Jobbeschreibung

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders in an acute care setting.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with the healthcare team. Responsibilities include ventilator management, ABG sampling, bedside support, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols.