Respiratory Aide II PRN
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Job Location:
Petersburg, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0.01Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Respiratory Aide II under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning assembling and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean organized and functional work area.
Essential Job Functions
- Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients processes the sample record and report results and perform quality controls as required.
- May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
- May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy Postural Drainage and Percussion Incentive Spirometry Metered Dose Inhalers and all other treatment modalities.
- May perform EKGs; understands electronic monitoring lead placement and basic arrhythmias.
- Cleans sterilizes assembles tests and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
- Orders maintains and delivers oxygen to units.
- Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations
- Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
- Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment
- Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries
- Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage
- Labels storage bins shelves and other inventory locations
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit as required by the state they are working
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
Education
A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)
Work Experience
None
Training
None
Language
None
Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients their families physicians and other staff members
Good communication skills
Able to effectively work with diverse people
Organization
Able to keep accurate records and inventories of supplies
Prioritizes work appropriately.
Basic computer skills
Troubleshooting
Creative thinking
Good customer service skills
Good organizational skills and time management skills
Good oral and written communication
Able to receive feedback
Able to gather and interpret data
Accountability
Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap jet aerosol oxygen therapy incentive spirometry chest physiotherapy pulse oximetry high flow oxygen continuous aerosols ventilator management diagnostic testing.
Understanding of EKGs electronic monitoring lead placement and basic arrhythmias.
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
- Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off parental and FMLA leave shot- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Respiratory Therapy - Southside RMC - PetersburgIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Dietary Aide Experience
- Serving Experience
- Cooking
- Dietary Department Experience
- Sanitation
- Food Production Experience
- Meal Preparation
