Resource Respiratory Therapist - acute - Charlotte
About The Position
This full-time position is for a Resource Respiratory Therapist in the Enterprise Corporate - Nursing Float Pool at Advocate Health in Charlotte. The role involves providing respiratory care in various acute settings, including administering therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, managing mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, and evaluating current therapies. The therapist will document care, communicate with the healthcare team, and initiate/modify techniques in emergency settings. They will also perform blood gas analysis, work independently, and follow departmental safety guidelines. Proficiency in electronic medical records is required.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
- Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required.
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of applicable state.
- BLS required per policy guidelines.
- For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years' critical care experience required.
- Requires repetitive physical activity.
- Able to walk and stand to perform duties.
- Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds.
- Ability to move patients of all age groups.
- Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary.
- Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
- Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
- Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
- Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
- Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
- Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
- Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
- Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
- Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
- Follows departmental safety guidelines.
- Completes all regulatory requirements.
- Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
- Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
