RRT Respiratory Therapist: Ventilator & ABG Specialist

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to provide advanced respiratory care in an acute care setting. The role involves administering therapies, monitoring patient responses, and collaborating with clinicians to implement effective treatment plans.

The incumbent will perform ABG punctures, assist with bedside procedures, manage ventilator settings, and maintain accurate documentation, while ensuring safety and adherence to regulatory standards

Qualifikationen

• 1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• RRT credential required (registered respiratory therapist).
• ACLS and PALS certifications required, NICU-related certifications may apply.

Aufgaben

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure.
• Performs ABG punctures accurately and reports results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Maintains and uses ventilator settings and airway management safely.
• Documents all treatments and patient responses clearly and thoroughly.
• Ensures PPE use and infection control during all procedures.

Kenntnisse

Respiratory procedures

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

EMR documentation

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Jobbeschreibung

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist - RRT to provide advanced respiratory care in an acute care setting. The role involves administering therapies, monitoring patient responses, and collaborating with clinicians to implement effective treatment plans.

The incumbent will perform ABG punctures, assist with bedside procedures, manage ventilator settings, and maintain accurate documentation, while ensuring safety and adherence to regulatory standards