RRTRegistered Respiratory Therapist PRN Night Shift Southwest Fort Worth
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Job Location:
Fort Worth, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
RRT/Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better Together
Are you looking for a rewarding career withTexas Health ResourcesWere looking for qualifiedRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)like you to join our Texas Health family.
Position Highlights
- Work location: Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Fort Worth 6100 Harris Parkway Fort Worth TX 76132
- Work environment: Respiratory Care Services
- Work hours: PRN Night Shift includes rotating holidays and weekends
At Texas Health Southwest we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 262-bed full-service hospital that has served southwest Ft Worth since 1987.
If you are looking for surgical and imaging services a 24-hour emergency department orthopedics and sports therapy and adult critical care weve got it. Plus were a certified Heat attack center.
And talk about award winning. Texas Health Southwest is Magnet-designated a designated UnitedHealth Premium Surgical Spine specialty center and has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition from the AARC.
As part of the Texas Health family we employ over 24000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here.
Heres What You Need
- Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program(required)
- 1 year of experience in Med/Surg or Critical Care (preferred)
- RCP Respiratory Care Practitioner (required)
- RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist (required) and
- BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support required prior to independent patient care and
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred) and
- NRP Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program (within 90 days) and
- NRPA - Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (within 90 days)
What You Will do
Texas Health Resources Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) are responsible for obtaining/verifying physician order for therapy and validate for appropriateness reviewing available medical records and obtaining pertinent medical history from patient or family evaluating each patient using age and diagnosing appropriate assessment tests and measurement.
In addition to the required qualifications a successful Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will
- use therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
- determine patient response to treatment and evaluate progress (reassessment).
- educate 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.
- communicates with physicians and other healthcare personnel as appropriate regarding patient care issues.
- administer medication in a safe/correct manner adhering to medication administration guidelines.
- 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.
Why Texas HealthAt Texas Health our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive supportive people-first excellence-driven culture make Texas Health Resources a great place to work.
Here are a few of our recent awards:
- 2022 FORTUNE Magazines 100 Best Companies to Work For (8th year in a row)
- Beckers Healthcare 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare (4 years running)
- Americas Best Employers for Diversity list by Forbes
- A 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials by Fortune and Great Place to Work
Additional perks of being a THR Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing in a teamwork environment
- Positively impact patientsquality of life
- Receive excellent mentorship comprehensive training and dedicated clinical leadership resources
- Enjoy opportunities for growth
Explore ourTexas Health careers sitefor info likeBenefitsJob Listings by Category recentAwardsweve won and more.
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About Company
With 24 hospitals around Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Health Resources provides care in most North Texas communities. Call 1-877-THR-WELL for more information.
