Student Clinical - Respiratory CardioPulmonary

Direct Jobs; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline is seeking a compassionate respiratory therapy student to assist in patient assessments and bedside care on a busy unit.

You will follow physician orders, participate in education for patients and families, and maintain required documentation; shift is 11 AM to 11 PM, Per Diem As Needed.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluation of patient status and provide basic bedside respiratory care.
• Follow physician prescribed treatment plans and hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families; document activities.
• Must be flexible with scheduling.

Skills

CPR certification

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current student in accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

Description

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

Summary

Under direction supervision; assist in the evaluation of patient status and provides basic bedside respiratory care (determined prior to hire in the organization ? subject to change as skill levels increase.)

Responsibilities

Under direction supervision, assist in the evaluation of patient status and provides basic bedside respiratory care (determined prior to hire in the organization ? subject to change as skill levels increase). Displays abilities to perform specific procedures associated with respiratory therapy to the patient following a prescribed treatment plan by the physician and company policies and procedures. Performs patient/family education and maintains all necessary related documentation.

Must have basic understanding of respiratory disease processes. Demonstrated interest in professional growth and development; ability to accept scheduling/placement designations determined prior to hire in organization. Must have good customer relations skills and basic computer skills.

Requirements

Education/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current student enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.

Experience

• None required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• CPR (American Heart Association)

Work Schedule

11AM - 11PM

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed