Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time - AVALA Hospital - RH509

AVALA•Covington, LA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist administers, evaluates and monitors all aspects of adult and pediatric respiratory care; and is responsible for consistently high-quality patient care. This role operates under the supervision of the Respiratory Manager and C.O.O.

Requirements

Must have current Respiratory Therapist license for the state of Louisiana
Must have CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) licensure
One year of clinical experience within the last year
Must have current BLS (CPR) card and ACLS certifications
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

May have RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) licensure
PALS certified preferred
Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs and administers respiratory therapy treatments according to physician orders.
Administers hyper-inflation therapy (incentive spirometry) in a safe, effective manner, and in accordance with guidelines.
Set up and administer Aerosol humidity therapy.
Administers, evaluates, and monitors medical gas therapy.
Administers, safe effective airway.
Set and monitor mechanical ventilators.
Administers percussion and postural drainage.
Able to lift and position patients into appropriate positions.
Responds to all emergency situations.
Performs arterial punctures in a safe manor.
Accurately assesses patient’s pulmonary status.
Responsible for accurate charting.
Maintain and trouble shoot respiratory therapy equipment.
Disassemble and clean (disinfects) respiratory equipment.
Responsible for documentation of therapy treatments in daily/monthly progress notes using electronic charting.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to manage patient care.
Meets dress code standards and adheres to dress code policy.
Completes annual education requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion.
Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
Attends staff meetings and/or review all monthly staff meeting as evidenced by Health Stream minutes.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.
Promotes professional growth of subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources if information appropriate to given situation.
Utilizes journals, books, etc. to learn and/or improve new techniques and equipment.
Assists other staff members in performing any duty that enhances the delivery of patient care.
Provides lab support and is proficient in I-stat functions.
As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, at a minimum, the Program direct-care staff, must have four (4) hours of education specific to the Program scope, initially, and at least annually thereafter.
As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, staff possess adaptability to processes as related to up to date best practices, collaboration between departments, compliance with protocols/processes, communication, cooperation and exceptional customer service.
Within 90 days of hire or, if currently employed, within 90 days of signing the job description, must adhere to: Orientation of Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification.
In compliance with the Program education requirements.
Completed department specific competencies.