Respiratory Therapist RRT - HK - FT - Shift 3
On-siteSheffield, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Conduct respiratory therapeutic and diagnostic care for patients in critical, general, and emergency settings, including electrocardiogram examinations and airway management. Perform blood gas collection, ventilator care, and pulmonary function tests while documenting assessments with 90% or greater accuracy and timeliness. Formulate and implement respiratory plans of care based on protocols, involving physicians, families, and patients to ensure continuity during shift changes. Maintain 100% patient identification and confidentiality while complying with Code One through Code Black emergency protocols. Serve as shift charge person, student proctor, and mentor to new employees, utilizing free time for equipment maintenance, supply stocking, and department education.
Required Qualifications
- Current NBRC and Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy Licensure
- Must Produce diploma from highest level of education
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- One to two years clinical experience
- Ability to function in critical care including mechanical ventilation and patient assessment
- Must be a certified Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care within 90 days of hire
- Current Alabama Respiratory Therapist license
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Ability to prioritize and change tasks frequently and quickly
- Ability to assess patients
- Ability to perform therapy
- Ability to recommend procedures in all areas of EKG, Bronchial Hygiene, Bronchodilator Therapy, Pulmonary Volume Expansion, Oxygen Therapy, and Invasive and Noninvasive Ventilation
Desired Qualifications
- PALS certification
- NRP certification
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