Registered Respiratory Therapist

LCMC Health • Metairie, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist Registered evaluates, treats and cares for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders, under the direction of a physician. Determines the site for arterial puncture or cannulation, the selection of artificial airway types and sizes, initial ventilatory settings for mechanical ventilation, ventilator changes based on established parameters and patient assignments to staff based on skills inventory. Demonstrates proficiency in critical care procedures according to department policy and procedures including Patient Assessment, Ventilator Management, Arterial Punctures, Code III Response, Bronchoscopy Assistance, Intubation, use of Monitoring Equipment, Airway Management, Endo/Nasotracheal Suctioning, Neonatal Clinical Skills, Arterial Line Placement, Bedside Pulmonary Function. Demonstrates proficiency in general care procedures according to department policy and procedure including Patient Assessment, Aerosol Therapy, IPPB, CPT, Oxygen Therapy, Incentive Spirometry, Aerochamber/Inhaler, Peak Flow Meters. Utilizes time management skills to organize and set priorities regarding patient care activities. Consistently accomplishes all assigned tasks within the appropriate time-frame. Safely and correctly operates all equipment needed for patient procedures within the established guidelines of the department and hospital policies and procedures. Assures that assigned areas are stocked appropriately and equipment/supply needs are met. Attends In-services on new equipment. Demonstrates commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement through accurate monitoring and documenting. Is an active participant of department and hospital quality initiatives. Report’s patient incidents or near misses via BeSafe portal. Participants in planning and problem solving. Attends mandatory in services, training and staff meetings. Maintains licensure and certifications. In-services relative to job scope and in compliance with the State of Louisiana Licensing requirements. Presents information from conferences and In-service attended to benefit other staff members. Adheres to BSI policies at all times. Locates and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the unit. Reports exposures appropriately. Performs treatments using aseptic technique when required. Understands how to access and follow Infection Control policies. Instructs others and enforces Infection Control policies and procedures. Maintain a safe environment for the patients and others. Recognizes and takes action to correct unsafe conditions utilizing proper channels of communication. Demonstrates adherence to all Units and Hospital Safety policies. Communicates information regarding treatments in a manner that facilitates understanding, comprehension and active participation by the patient or guardian. Demonstrates respect for confidentiality by not discussing information outside the treatment area. Attempts to solve problems regarding patient care, if unable seeks collaboration when necessary through the proper chain of command. Responsible for administration of respiratory therapy as ordered by the ordering physician. Work assignments will include both general floor therapy and critical care therapy.

Requirements

• LA license and CPR certification required.
• Nursery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, treats and cares for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders, under the direction of a physician.
• Determines the site for arterial puncture or cannulation, the selection of artificial airway types and sizes, initial ventilatory settings for mechanical ventilation, ventilator changes based on established parameters and patient assignments to staff based on skills inventory.
• Demonstrates proficiency in critical care procedures according to department policy and procedures including Patient Assessment, Ventilator Management, Arterial Punctures, Code III Response, Bronchoscopy Assistance, Intubation, use of Monitoring Equipment, Airway Management, Endo/Nasotracheal Suctioning, Neonatal Clinical Skills, Arterial Line Placement, Bedside Pulmonary Function.
• Demonstrates proficiency in general care procedures according to department policy and procedure including Patient Assessment, Aerosol Therapy, IPPB, CPT, Oxygen Therapy, Incentive Spirometry, Aerochamber/Inhaler, Peak Flow Meters.
• Utilizes time management skills to organize and set priorities regarding patient care activities.
• Consistently accomplishes all assigned tasks within the appropriate time-frame.
• Safely and correctly operates all equipment needed for patient procedures within the established guidelines of the department and hospital policies and procedures.
• Assures that assigned areas are stocked appropriately and equipment/supply needs are met.
• Attends In-services on new equipment.
• Demonstrates commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement through accurate monitoring and documenting.
• Is an active participant of department and hospital quality initiatives.
• Report’s patient incidents or near misses via BeSafe portal.
• Participants in planning and problem solving.
• Attends mandatory in services, training and staff meetings.
• Maintains licensure and certifications.
• In-services relative to job scope and in compliance with the State of Louisiana Licensing requirements.
• Presents information from conferences and In-service attended to benefit other staff members.
• Adheres to BSI policies at all times.
• Locates and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the unit.
• Reports exposures appropriately.
• Performs treatments using aseptic technique when required.
• Understands how to access and follow Infection Control policies.
• Instructs others and enforces Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment for the patients and others.
• Recognizes and takes action to correct unsafe conditions utilizing proper channels of communication.
• Demonstrates adherence to all Units and Hospital Safety policies.
• Communicates information regarding treatments in a manner that facilitates understanding, comprehension and active participation by the patient or guardian.
• Demonstrates respect for confidentiality by not discussing information outside the treatment area.
• Attempts to solve problems regarding patient care, if unable seeks collaboration when necessary through the proper chain of command.
• Responsible for administration of respiratory therapy as ordered by the ordering physician.
• Work assignments will include both general floor therapy and critical care therapy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed