Respiratory Therapist-Adult RT, FT Nights, Richland

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physician’s order and departmental policy. Works independently in all acute and critical care settings. Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate.

Requirements

Associate degree.
Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school
No experience required.
Respiratory Care Practitioner - Temporary license in state in which work is performed.
Full Respiratory Therapist Certification including Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC must be obtained within six (6) months of hire
BLS
NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS etc. must obtain and maintain certifications as required by work unit.
Skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Ability to obtain blood gasses from all sites.

Nice To Haves

In lieu of education and experience noted above, a diploma and/or equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Performs respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols.
Initiates, monitors and manages patients requiring all types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
Initiates and manages all types of airways and associated equipment.
Obtains blood gasses from all sites.
Analyzes and reports results accurately.
Accurately and completely documents and charges for all respiratory care procedures and tasks and provides patient and family education as appropriate.
Communicates with all members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows.
Provides an accurate and complete report.
Makes recommendations as appropriate.
Communicates well with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in lieu of the above.
Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives.
Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.
Performs other duties as assigned.