Respiratory Care Practitioner
About The Position
As our Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will provide optimum respiratory care for patients of all ages with respiratory disorders, performing therapy as ordered by physicians in strict accordance with current departmental policies. Every day, you will administer expert respiratory care, contributing directly to patient well-being. You will maintain departmental productivity by actively monitoring workloads throughout your shift, ensuring efficient service delivery. Additionally, you may act as a relief shift supervisor when required. This role demands your full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the Organization, demonstrating behavior consistent with our Core Values, and supporting the Organization's strategic plan and Performance Improvement Plan. Success in this role requires exceptional clinical skills in respiratory therapy, a deep understanding of patient care needs across all age groups, and a proactive approach to workload management and departmental productivity. Your consistent delivery of high-quality care, adherence to policies, and steadfast commitment to the organization's mission and values will be paramount in promoting positive patient outcomes. Assures that the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained. Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care. Identifies self by name and title to patient/family. Determines presence/type of Advanced Directive. Reports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified. Understands role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.
Requirements
- Graduate of a two year American Medical Association approved Respiratory Therapy Program.
- Must have passed the written Registry Examination and the clinical simulation exam provided by the NBRC and received their RRT credential, upon hire.
- Completed internship in acute care facility including NICU and infant deliveries.
- Position will be required to supervise and have the ability to work in all critical areas including the NICU.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner: CA American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days.
Nice To Haves
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- 1-3 years Worked in acute care
- 1-2 years Experience with nitric oxide use in the NICU preferred but will train.
- Experience in intubations (adult, pediatric and infant), arterial puncture, arterial line draws, high frequency ventilation preferred but will train.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, upon hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire
- Stable Program, upon hire
Responsibilities
- Provide optimum respiratory care for patients of all ages with respiratory disorders.
- Perform therapy as ordered by physicians in strict accordance with current departmental policies.
- Administer expert respiratory care, contributing directly to patient well-being.
- Maintain departmental productivity by actively monitoring workloads throughout your shift, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Act as a relief shift supervisor when required.
- Fulfill the Mission of the Organization, demonstrating behavior consistent with our Core Values, and supporting the Organization's strategic plan and Performance Improvement Plan.
- Assure that the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained.
- Allow for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.
- Identify self by name and title to patient/family.
- Determine presence/type of Advanced Directive.
- Report suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.
- Understand role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
