Registered Respiratory Therapist - EMRMC - Full Time - 7P - 7A

Ephraim McDowell Health•Danville, KY

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is a professional caregiver who, under the direction of the Systems Director Respiratory Services or designee, uses physician orders and professional standards to plan, provide, and direct patient care and education for patients and families. The role includes medication administration, documentation, disease-process education, collaboration with healthcare providers, infection control and safety, technical respiratory-care skills, and critical thinking. The therapist participates in direct patient care, provides leadership to self and others, and may function as Charge Therapist when designated. The position follows the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care Scope of Practice and demonstrates the organization’s F.I.R.S.T. values: Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust. The therapist works in a well-lighted, ventilated, and air-conditioned area. Work may involve deadlines and strict regulations, unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds, stationary periods and movement around the unit, and exposure to disease, infection, physical strain or assault, blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation, and antineoplastic agents. The schedule may include weekends, holidays, and shift work and may be adjusted to meet departmental patient-care needs. The role requires the ability to move or position 50 pounds independently and attention to detail.

Requirements

One year of experience in Respiratory Care is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

Make decisions and take actions consistent with respiratory therapy practice standards, organizational policies and procedures, and licensing laws.
Maintain annual competencies and function independently in all areas of Respiratory Care.
Prioritize patient-care needs and provide quality, safe patient care.
Work with the healthcare team to establish priorities and manage care to achieve desired outcomes.
Promote and represent respiratory care as a profession.
Use therapeutic communication effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members.
Demonstrate the F.I.R.S.T. values of Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust.
Identify, report, and intervene to protect the rights of clients and families.
Use appropriate processes to support client wishes regarding care decisions.
Identify health risks and implement risk-reduction strategies for self and others.
Support and serve as a mentor or resource to team members.
Participate in continuous quality-improvement activities.
Support evidence-based practice through participation in program and protocol development, education, and self-growth.
Maintain and expand knowledge and skills through professional accountability and growth.
Contribute to the organization's mission and philosophy and demonstrate dependability in job performance.
Incorporate patient- and family-centered care concepts, including dignity, respect, information sharing, and participation.
Support the development and implementation of shared governance across the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.