Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary

Cleveland Clinic

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Our Pulmonary team is the largest respiratory care department in the enterprise, serving patients with the highest levels of acuity. Respiratory Therapists (RTs) in this unit work at the full scope of their licensure—with a high level of independence and clinical decision-making. We prioritize flexibility and work-life balance—RTs have the opportunity to create their own schedules, allowing for greater personal and professional well-being. A caregiver in this position works nights from 7:00PM - 7:30AM, with rotating weekend and holiday requirements.

Requirements

Associate's Degree and graduate of a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialing through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Assocation (AHA)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in adult critical care
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

Provide assessment, treatment, care and evaluation to patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
Implement and monitor patient care plans.
Assess patients for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop, implement and monitor patient care plans.
Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
Perform advanced respiratory care modalities, evaluate respiratory practice, administer medications/treatments and perform blood gas puncture and analysis.
Educate patients and families about the illness and provide information about community support groups and other programs.