Respiratory Aide II - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Saint Charles, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Aide II works under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist and may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. The role also supports the cleaning, assembly, maintenance, and availability of respiratory supplies and equipment, while maintaining a clean, organized, functional work area.

The position is in the Respiratory Therapy department at Mercy St. Charles Hospital. It is PRN and lists a day/afternoon work shift. The role requires current student standing in, or recent graduation from, an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program, a state-required Respiratory Care Limited Permit, and American Heart Association BLS certification. No prior experience or training is listed as required.

Requirements

• Be a current student in good standing with an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Hold a current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state of employment.
• Hold current American Heart Association BLS Basic Life Support certification.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
• Have good communication skills, including oral and written communication.
• Work effectively with diverse people.
• Demonstrate organization, accurate recordkeeping and inventory skills, appropriate prioritization, and time management.
• Have basic computer skills and troubleshooting ability.
• Demonstrate creative thinking, customer service, accountability, and the ability to receive feedback and gather and interpret data.
• Have knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• Have knowledge of therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high-flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
• Understand EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draw arterial and/or capillary blood samples, process samples, record and report results, and perform required quality controls.
• May administer oxygen delivery devices.
• Set up and monitor non-invasive equipment, such as oximeters and end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• May provide basic respiratory therapy techniques, including aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, incentive spirometry, and metered dose inhalers.
• May perform EKGs and apply knowledge of electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Clean, sterilize, assemble, test, and maintain par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
• Order, maintain, and deliver oxygen to units.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Arrange repairs for broken equipment.
• Fill orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Receive deliveries of respiratory supplies and equipment and inspect them for damage.
• Label storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed