RRT/Registered Respiratory Therapist

#REF!•Fort Worth, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care to patients of all ages. This role involves patient assessment, developing and implementing treatment plans, administering medications, and educating patients and their families. The RRT also plays a crucial role in documentation, professional accountability, and maintaining a safe work environment. Texas Health Fort Worth is a 726-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving the community since 1930, recognized for its commitment to improving community health and as a top employer.

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program is required
CLIAFE – must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency
RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire required
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist upon hire required
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire required

Nice To Haves

1 year of Med/Surg or critical care experience is preferred
Previous experience a plus
New Graduates Welcome to Apply
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire preferred
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program upon hire preferred
Good verbal communications
Good interpersonal skills
Computer experience

Responsibilities

Obtains/verifies physician order for therapy and validate for appropriateness.
Reviews available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from patient or family.
Evaluates each patient using age and diagnosis appropriate assessment tests and measurements.
Applies appropriate patient care interventions according to protocol guidelines and priority of care.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age appropriate patient assessment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.
Performs/delegates technical procedures appropriately and safely.
Determine patient response to treatment and evaluate progress (reassessment).
Educates patient and family through instruction, demonstration, or appropriate handouts in treatment plan, safety issues, and home programs/self-management.
Maintain bedside and ventilator alarms in audible position.
Maintains patient safety throughout treatment.
Communicates with physicians and other healthcare personnel as appropriate regarding patient care issues.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age appropriate patient treatment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
Administers medication in a safe/correct manner, adhering to medication administration guidelines.
Reports unsafe conditions and equipment in proper/timely manner.
Responds to emergency situations.
Documents verification of physician orders prior to delivery of care.
Documents aspects of each treatment session in accordance with departmental, JCAHO, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Documents assessments of education needs, education provided, and patient understanding of education provided in accordance with departmental, JCAHO, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Reports and documents unusual occurrences, on the job injuries, and medical device malfunctioning.
Enters patient charges and record procedures according to departmental guidelines.
Utilizes available resources (equipment, support personnel, educational resources) to maximize efficiency and productivity and meet departmental needs.
Participates in orientation and training of students and new employees.
Attends and/or leads hospital, department, and community educational in-services.
Represents department in a positive manner to hospital/system/community.
Completes assigned work within scheduled hours and offers assistance to others to ensure departmental work is accomplished.
Seeks assistance/supervision/consultation as needed and reports to supervisor any problems and/or solutions regarding delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates commitment to the maintenance of a clean, safe work environment that is compliant with departmental, hospital and regulatory agency requirements.
Works in partnership with peers, other disciplines, and departmental personnel.
Maintains continuity of patient care inter-shift and inter-hospital.
Adapts to changes in workload assignment.
Other duties as assigned.