Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with physician orders and departmental policy. The role works independently in acute and critical care settings, consults with physicians and other personnel, and makes treatment recommendations as appropriate. The position performs respiratory care procedures, manages ventilatory support and airways, obtains and analyzes blood gases, documents care, educates patients and families, and communicates with the healthcare team. Team members are expected to understand and comply with Prisma Health’s purpose: “Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.”

Requirements

Associate degree and graduation from a Respiratory Care Program at an accredited school.
Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state where work is performed.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Obtain and maintain certifications required by the work unit, such as NRP, PALS, ACLS, or NPS.
Skills necessary to treat patients of all ages, including neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform general and critical care respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with physician orders, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols.
Initiate, monitor, and manage patients requiring invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
Initiate and manage airways and associated equipment.
Obtain blood gases, analyze results, and report findings.
Document and charge for respiratory care procedures and tasks.
Provide patient and family education as appropriate.
Communicate with healthcare team members, including students and nurse shadows; provide accurate and complete reports and make recommendations as appropriate.
Communicate with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in their place.
Follow infection control and quality initiatives, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment between patients according to equipment type and isolation status.
Perform other duties as assigned.