Respiratory Therapist - (6:30p - 7a)- Full Time Flex (36 hours a week) - Newark

Christiana Care Health Services•Newark, DE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare is one of the Mid-Atlantic's largest academic health care providers, with campuses in Wilmington, Newark, and Union at Cecil County. The Respiratory Therapist is a licensed professional who provides respiratory therapy through a defined process in collaboration with the health care team, and is accountable for delivering safe, effective, patient-centered care. This position is based at Christiana Hospital, with rotations to Wilmington Hospital as needed. The schedule is overnight, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., for 36 hours per week. Every third weekend and holiday is required.

Requirements

Graduate of a CoARC-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
Respiratory licensure in the state of practice is required.
Maintain current BLS certification.
Maintain an active certified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or CRT credential.

Nice To Haves

Current AARC membership preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and document basic clinical assessments of patients on admission and throughout their hospital stay according to established standards.
Assess patient and family learning needs and provide teaching as indicated.
Initiate and follow a basic plan of care based on assessment and diagnosis.
Communicate with and advocate on behalf of patients and families in a dignified and respectful manner to support effective implementation of the plan of care.
Administer respiratory modalities and medications safely and effectively.
Provide therapy to patients and document care delivery in the medical record.
Interact compassionately and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, management, physicians, and ancillary department staff.
Use basic delegation skills to optimize patient care.
Stay informed about changes in policies, procedures, and equipment; participate in planned educational programs and remain willing to be taught, coached, and mentored.
Protect patient and family rights and confidentiality.
Perform assigned work safely, follow established safety practices, and promptly report unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations.