Respiratory Therapist PRN Freestanding ED
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Job Description
Respiratory Therapist
PRN Nights
Freestanding ED
Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological diagnostic and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures following physician prescriptions. This includes performing assessments monitoring patient responses and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care disease prevention and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation maintains patient safety and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver highquality patient care.
Essential Functions
- Administers respiratory therapies such as oxygen therapy aerosol treatments and ventilator management ensuring proper patient response and safety.
- Conducts patient assessments correlating care with patient needs and monitors responses to respiratory treatments including pharmacological interventions.
- Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately reporting results promptly.
- Follows respiratory protocols ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
- Communicates effectively with peers healthcare staff physicians and leadership ensuring timely information flow and followup on patient care concerns.
- Provides clear legible and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments assessments and patient responses maintaining compliance with policies.
- Demonstrates responsible decisionmaking based on patient assessments ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
- Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
- Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
- Displays skill and sound judgment during crisis situations managing respiratory emergencies and interventions effectively.
- Implements agespecific care considerations for oxygen therapy tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 03 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in administering pharmacological diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams patients and families.
- Skilled in patient assessment ventilator management and airway maintenance.
- Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards safety protocols and infection control measures.
Licenses and Certifications
- RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist required
- BCLS Basic Life Support within 7 days of hire required
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
- NRP Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required
State Specific Requirements
- Alabama: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
