Respiratory Care Assistant-Cardiopulmonary (PRN)

Ashe Memorial Hospital

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. The incumbent is responsible for performing a range of general respiratory care procedures, including but not limited to oxygen administration, respiratory treatments, suctioning, and arterial blood gas punctures. This position requires the ability to provide age-appropriate care across the patient lifespan, including neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Current enrollment, in good standing, in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program
• Successful completion of at least one year of the program
• Minimum of one (1) year of respiratory care experience in a student capacity
• Current registration with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) as a Respiratory Care Assistant (required)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification (required)
• Successful completion of all required competency evaluations

Responsibilities

• Administer routine respiratory therapy treatments in accordance with established clinical protocols
• Monitor and document patient vital signs, breath sounds, and oxygen saturation levels
• Perform non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of care
• Instruct patients in therapeutic breathing techniques, including coughing and deep breathing exercises
• Identify and promptly report changes in patient condition or clinical concerns to appropriate personnel
• Recognize and respond to emergent clinical situations within scope of practice
• Operate respiratory care equipment in compliance with departmental policies and procedures
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities and charge records
• Communicate patient status and care updates to incoming staff to ensure continuity of care
• Deliver care consistent with age-specific guidelines, integrating developmental considerations into assessment, planning, and implementation
• Maintain competency in age-specific patient care practices

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the organization’s benefits program beginning the first day of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees