Pulmonary Student Intern
Pulmonary Student Intern
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Pulmonary Student Intern assists licensed Respiratory Therapists by providing the most basic respiratory therapy treatments and procedures. Performs patient/family care as well as documentation at the most basic performance level under the direct immediate and on premise supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. Performs airway clearance administers aerosolized medication assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking of respiratory supplies and assists with oxygen therapy administration.
Job Specific Duties
- Assesses patients in terms of clinical condition (heart rate respiratory rate etc. and documents findings (Pre/Post therapy) in an accurate and timely manner.
- Performs and teaches aerosolized medication therapies via small volume nebulizer and metered dose inhaler (MDI).
- Initiates and maintains oxygen therapy systems.
- Performs and teaches airway clearance modalities for the purpose of assisting the patient in the mobilization of bronchial secretions.
- Follows all Infection Control standards and ensures proper use of Personal Protective Equipment per hospital policy and procedures to ensure safe patient care.
- Assists with cleaning of equipment and restocking of respiratory supplies.
- Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Currently Enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy program and completed at least one clinical rotation
- American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Healthcare related field experience preferred.
- Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Respiratory Supervisor.
- Able to float to assigned unit/department and be flexible.
- Ability to apply principles of evidencedbased practice analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.
- Strong problem solving critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to problem solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to patients needs associated with pediatric and neonatal population.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Must be computer literate.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
