Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Baptist • Jackson, MS

13d

About The Position

Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the Nation Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential "RRT." A Registered Respiratory Therapist is able to assess, evaluate results, and implement complex methods of providing care. Participates in the delivery of care and functions as a specialty clinical resource for other caregivers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice.
• Successful completion of Hospital and Departmental orientation.
• Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system and Microsoft Office.
• RRT
• BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE

Nice To Haves

• 1 year hospital experience.
• ACLS

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient.
• Develops the plan of care.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Evaluates the plan of care.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.
• Provides clinical leadership.
• Supports life long learning.
• Completes assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees