PRN Respiratory Therapist for Pediatric Hospital - Days & Nights!

HealthBridge Children's Hospital - Orange•Orange, CA

39d•$50 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

HealthBridge Children’s Hospital provides specialized post-acute and rehabilitation care for medically complex, technology-dependent children. We are hiring PRN Registered Respiratory Therapists to support our cardiopulmonary team with ventilator care, weaning, tracheostomy management, and family-centered treatment planning.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
Minimum 3 years of experience in a comparable setting and acuity
Minimum 6 months mechanical ventilation experience
Current AHA BLS, PALS, and ACLS
Must maintain all licenses and certifications in good standing

Nice To Haves

Pediatric, trach, and ventilator experience is strongly preferred given our patient population.

Responsibilities

Administer medical gases, humidification, medications, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes
Follow physician orders for cardiopulmonary medications and treatments
Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans based on patient response
Perform and interpret basic ABGs, pulmonary function testing, EKGs, and chest x-rays
Provide patient and family education, including training for transition home
Document treatments, labor, and clinical notes per facility, corporate, and regulatory standards
Participate in care conferences, weekly rehab meetings, and discharge planning
Coordinate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and the Director of Cardiopulmonary
Represent the facility professionally with families, coworkers, and external partners
Resolve concerns with families or team members in a professional, proactive manner
Comply with California Respiratory Care Board standards and facility policies
Perform other duties as assigned