Registered Respiratory Therapist - PFT - FlexStaff

Northwell•Sharon, CT

4d•$70 - $75

About The Position

Performs comprehensive respiratory assessments and physician-prescribed respiratory therapy, and provides respiratory therapy education to patients and families. Prepares, operates, and maintains respiratory testing and care equipment. The role includes performing bedside pulmonary function studies, assisting with pulmonary stress testing, supporting ventilator management and airway care, monitoring gas exchange, and responding to cardiopulmonary emergencies. The therapist collaborates with physicians on patient care plans and evaluates patient responses to respiratory care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certificate of completion from an accredited respiratory therapist program.
New York State and/or Connecticut Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LIC-RT) license.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (CER-RRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Advanced or Basic Life Support certification.
NRP certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive respiratory assessments and uses assessment data to identify actual or potential patient problems.
Performs bedside pulmonary function studies as ordered by a physician.
Collaborates with physicians on patients’ plans of care and evaluates responses to respiratory care.
Uses a care-delivery process for assigned patients.
Performs physical chest therapy as needed to mobilize secretions and clear airway blockage.
Assists with pulmonary stress testing when necessary.
Performs suctioning techniques as indicated and collects requested specimens.
Implements ventilator management and weaning protocols.
Performs bronchial hygiene and airway care procedures.
Collects blood for pH gas analysis, notifies physicians of results, and makes appropriate ventilator parameter changes.
Implements, monitors, and maintains non-invasive mechanical ventilation; monitors gas exchange using non-invasive measures, including pulse oximetry and capnography.
Assists with transport of mechanically ventilated patients with artificial airways.
Administers oxygen and humidification therapy as ordered and in accordance with department policy; initiates, monitors, and adjusts continuous mechanical ventilation parameters.
Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and provides care in accordance with ACLS/BCLS standards.
Provides emergent airway care, including intubation, in accordance with department policy.
Provides patient and family respiratory therapy education as ordered.
Completes required departmental paperwork and assists with inventory control.
Follows established infection control and fire safety protocols.
Performs related duties as required.