Registered Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills developed through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the RRT credential. The role assesses patients and evaluates results, implements complex methods of providing care, participates in care delivery, and serves 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 in a hospital, home care, or skilled nursing facility, and/or previous respiratory care practice.
- Current state license.
- RRT credential in accordance with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Successful completion of entry- and advanced-level exams for respiratory care practitioners.
- BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
- Basic computer knowledge using the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office.
- Successful completion of hospital and departmental orientation.
Nice To Haves
- One year of hospital experience.
- ABG endorsement, if applicable.
- 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 health teaching and education to patients, families, and/or significant others.
- Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
- Communicates and collaborates with others in providing patient care.
- Provides clinical leadership.
- Supports lifelong learning.
- Completes assigned goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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