RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - PRN NEW RATES!

UHS•Washington, DC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A ‘BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL’ BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT Washington, D.C. – July 16, 2024 -- The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2024-2025 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. GW Hospital achieved "high performing" status in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology; and Geriatrics, along with receiving “high performing” designations for the following eight common procedure and condition areas: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes. Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average. Additionally in 2024, GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award. U.S. News and World Report named GW Hospital as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in 2024. This designation means that GW Hospital provides a high standard of care for patients with uncomplicated pregnancies. This designation is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. News' Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. "We are thrilled that GW Hospital’s commitment to providing the highest quality care to our patients has again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report," says Kimberly Russo, Chief Executive Officer of The George Washington University Hospital and UHS Group Vice President of the Washington, D.C. Region. " As an academic medical center, our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical excellence, research, and education in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. This recognition by U.S. News & World Report, which places us within the top hospitals in the region, is a testament to the range of advanced services we offer and the expertise, specialized skills, and commitment of our entire care team. GW Hospital is dedicated to elevating healthcare in our community, across Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area.” To be ranked as a Best Regional Hospital, a hospital or healthcare system has to outperform its peers in procedures and conditions that U.S. News & World Report evaluates, including risk-adjusted survival, patient experience, level of nursing care and successfully returning patients home following discharge. The annual Best Hospitals rankings and ratings assist patients and their doctors in making informed healthcare decisions. Website: www.gwuhospital.com The George Washington University Hospital Respiratory Care Department provides cutting-edge clinical care to various critically ill patients. Here are some of the highlights of the therapies we deliver: Ventilator management Including the utilization of an ARDS protocol Advanced vent modes (APRV, ASV, NAVA) Inhaled Nitric Oxide Administration Airway Clearance Therapies (utilizing an Airway Clearance Protocol) Airway Management Non-Invasive Ventilation Oxygen Therapy Emergency Response Teams Emergency Department Care Level I Trauma Center Post-Surgical Ventilator Weaning and Care Including open heart surgery, Liver transplant Indirect Calorimetry Bedside PFTs Inpatient Sleep studies Point of Care testing ICU Mobilization Multidisciplinary approach to tracheostomy management and speaking valves The department also engages in diverse education pathways. Clinical rotations for local and international respiratory therapy schools (starting soon). Annual respiratory education for nursing and physicians. Departmental continuing education lectures. Professional development opportunities Teamwork Interdisciplinary Care Advances in Academic Medicine Cardiovascular Surgical Unit Level III NICU Two medical ICU Trauma/ Neuro ICU Pulmonary Care Unit 4 bed General floors Respiratory Therapist Fulfills the needs of the patients, families and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures and patient assessments in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment. Ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable.

Requirements

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
Basic computer skills and customer service skills required
Must be able to identify and competently address needs of population served
A minimum of 0 to 1 year full time experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting.
Graduation from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program
Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation
Licensed as an RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist and certified by NBRC.
Licensed as a CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist or RRT (to become registered within a year)
Registered Respiratory Therapist and approved by NBRC
BLS Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals required
ACLS and PALS within six months of hire
Excellent critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
Strong organizational and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Fulfills the needs of the patients, families and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures and patient assessments in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment.
Ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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