Respiratory Therapy Temp Assignment

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, VA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for patients. The role supports evidence-based practice and participates in quality initiatives with the leadership team.

The practitioner will document orders, collaborate with physicians and nurses, and ensure safe care aligned with national safety goals and department standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Respiratory Therapy experience is preferred
• Strong understanding of respiratory care procedures and infection control
• Ability to document and maintain accurate patient records

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement and evaluate the Respiratory Care Plan for assigned patients
• Complete all documentation and ensure orders are current or discontinued
• Participate in meetings and projects to improve Respiratory Care Services
• Apply infection control techniques in daily duties per department procedures
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to create and evaluate treatment plans

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Education

Associates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field

Bachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field

Tools

NBRC Licenses

Job description

Hiring Range

$45.00 - $85.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by temporary commitment and business needs

Newport News, Virginia

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 provided 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) and
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire(Required) and
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) and
• 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.