Temporary Supplemental Registered Respiratory Therapist -Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Fayetteville, North Carolina, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform all aspects of respiratory care for Health System patients, respond to resuscitation and emergencies, and document thoroughly. The role may serve as charge therapist when needed.

The candidate will administer therapies, manage ventilation, monitor equipment, and assist with emergencies. Requires an associate degree from a COARC-approved program, RRT credential, NCRCB license, BCLS, and up to

Qualifications

• Associate degree from COARC-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) is required.
• Licensed by the NCRCB is required.
• BCLS certification by the American Heart Association is required.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer continuous oxygen and bland aerosol therapy per department guidelines.
• Perform intermittent therapy and diagnostic procedures per department guidelines.
• Access medications from the Medication Security Area to implement Respiratory Care per policies.
• Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation and complete appropriate documentation.
• Provide airway management, ventilation and resuscitation support as needed.
• Assess patient condition and respond to changes, adjusting care as necessary.
• Monitor equipment and ensure compliance with department protocols.
• Serve as charge therapist in the absence of a supervisor.

Skills

Respiratory care modalities

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree from COARC-approved Respiratory Care Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Licensed by the NCRCB

BCLS certification

Job description

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department Supplemental Staffing

Job Family Allied Health

Work Shift Variable (United States of America)

Summary: Perform all aspects and modalities of Respiratory Care to Health System patients per department guidelines. Respond to resuscitation situations and other respiratory emergencies when needed. Maintain and complete appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records. Perform as charge therapist when necessary.

Major Job Functions

• Administer continuous oxygen and continuous bland aerosol therapy per department guidelines
• Perform intermittent therapy and diagnostic procedures per department guidelines
• Access patient medication from the Medication Security Area to implement Respiratory Care per hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation and completes appropriate documentation
• Provide airway management, ventilation and closed chest compression as necessary during emergency resuscitation and perform intubations after receiving approval
• Assess patient condition and response to respiratory care so recommendations can be made when necessary and establish protocols are followed
• Initiate and maintain monitoring equipment that are the responsibility of the Respiratory Care Department
• Perform as charge therapists in the absence of a supervisor
• Knowledgeable in the use of equipment and treatment modalities for patients of all ages
• Charge for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX system
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

• Education and Formal Training: Associate’s degree from a COARC approved Respiratory Care Program required
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) required
• Licensed by the NCRCB required
• BCLS certified by the American Heart Association required
• Work Experience: 1 year of clinical experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Understanding of medical terminology and current respiratory care modalities
• Ability to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guests
• Knowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staff

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate orally
• Manual dexterity to operate and assemble equipment
• Visual acuity
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to position and move patients
• Ability to push heavy equipment to patients’ bedsides
• May involve skin, eye, and mucous membranes with blood or other potentially infectious materials

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

About Cape Fear Valley Health

For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time.

Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.