Respiratory Practitioner III

HCA Healthcare•Las Vegas, NV

11d

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Practitioner III demonstrates advanced knowledge and skill to direct patient care appropriate to the department. The role applies knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, assesses patient status, and interprets information to identify age-specific needs in critical care. The practitioner provides care according to department policies and procedures for critical care and works in an intensive care setting.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited respiratory program.
Licensed by the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners.
Nevada State license to perform arterial blood gases.
Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care and hold the Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (NPS) credential.
Current BLS certification required.
Current ACLS certification required.
Current PALS certification required.
Current NRP certification required.
At least one year of experience in an acute care facility or freestanding practice.
Must have current or recent acute care Respiratory Therapist experience within the last six months.
Critical care and ventilator management experience in adult and pediatric/neonatal settings.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ABGs, EKGs, ICU, preceptor duties, venous puncture, and line maintenance.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, direct, and implement activities needed to treat patients successfully.
Assess patient status and interpret information to identify patient requirements relative to age-specific needs in critical care.
Provide care as needed and as described in department policies and procedures for critical care.
Work in an intensive care setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.