Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Therapy
About The Position
The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) works under the general supervision of Respiratory Care Leadership and according to physician orders to provide respiratory care treatments and diagnostic services in accordance with the Respiratory Care Services department Policy and Procedure Manual. The role serves general clinical care areas, critical and intensive care units (including CICU, SICU, and IICU), the Emergency Department, Trauma, Perioperative, Labor and Delivery, and other areas as required. The practitioner assesses patients, makes appropriate clinical decisions, and provides respiratory treatment and care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. The RCP performs blood gas analysis duties, including collection by stick or draw, analysis, and reporting. This is a full-time position at Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, California, working 12-hour night shifts. Providence Mission Hospital has received Magnet designation in 2012, 2017, and 2021 and is pursuing a fourth designation in 2025. The hospital is also recognized by U.S. News & World Report and has received awards for cardiac surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and women's services. Providence describes its culture as patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect.
Requirements
- Completion of a Respiratory Therapy Program.
- Completion of a two-year certificate from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner License upon hire.
- National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
- National Provider ACLS certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
- National Provider PALS certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of critical care experience in adult intensive care.
- Pediatric experience.
- EKG experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide respiratory care treatments and diagnostic services according to physician orders and departmental policies and procedures.
- Provide respiratory care in general clinical areas, critical and intensive care units, the Emergency Department, Trauma, Perioperative, Labor and Delivery, and other areas as required.
- Assess patients and make appropriate clinical decisions.
- Provide respiratory treatment and care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Perform blood gas analysis duties, including collection by stick or draw, analysis, and reporting.
Benefits
- Best-in-class benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
