Respiratory Therapist PFT- Nights

SummaryResponsible for the drawing and analysis of arterial blood gases patient assessments Therapist Driven Protocols continuous mechanical ventilator management cardiopulmonary resuscitation bronchial hygiene chest physical therapy oxygen administration hyperinflation therapy aerosol therapy and screening Pulmonary function studies performance of emergency procedures CPR certification teamwork pulse oximetry cleaning and changing equipment (and if applicable charge duties- to include work distribution prioritizing workload for staff presentation of one topic per year to the Respiratory Therapy staff) maintaining a keen interest in latest trends for the profession. Performs documentation for all activities as outlined for charge on documentation policy/procedure to include EMR Cardex and treatment Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health respiratory therapy treatments are documented and charged in the electronic medical record (EMR) using the charge on documentation include breath sounds cough effectiveness sputum production time given mode of delivery medication dosage toleration adverse reactions O2 therapy and O2 note includes thorough assessment and proper initiation of therapist driven protocol(s) which encompass frequency and duration of therapeutic therapeutic goals outlined through Therapist Driven Protocol (TDP).Paperwork completed for oncoming shift- ensuring Cardex and treatment cards being thoroughly and accurately completes extended therapy sheets utilized for EMR downtime special procedure forms utilized for all patient care derived from TDP is entered/updated in education is documented in Nebulizer Therapy/Metered Dose Inhaler/IPPB/USNTherapy performed as ordered and/or as revised per TDP (i.e. frequency dosage and time).UDN and MDI determined as appropriate for patient or interaction with MD has generated appropriate in therapy are pursued and transcribed per is closely monitored for adverse reactions/effects. Any adverse reactions are entered into occurrence reporting tool and are communicated to the appropriate MD and with MD has generated appropriate SpirometryPatient Volumes and effort are recorded in adjusted to achieve maximum patient Analysis and OximetryABG obtained without causing unnecessary trauma to the Gas controls properly run and analyzed. Any necessary action taken is recorded in corrective action oximetry results are closely monitored and documented properly. Provides recommendations to physicians for appropriate use of pulse Saturation studies are initiated and reports generated before end of & Pediatric ProceduresAble to utilize designated mechanical ventilator in infant patient/family education when rounds done accurately with room to room checks and are completed no later than the middle of the therapy initiated in accordance with TDP and followed as ordered by equipment is changed as needed or as delineated by therapy is closely monitored and adjusted with pulse oximetry and appropriate recommendations are made to covering to all Trauma Team and PCI Team Activations Code Blue and immediate steps in establishing the airway including endotracheal skills required for intubation/or exhibits competency within a 6-month the patient s immediate needs and is aggressive in resuscitation proper recommendation for oxygen delivery portable vent when transporting intubated of Critical Care ProceduresInstitutes standing ventilator orders per policy. Documents changes in parameters performs ABG after ventilator is initiated and patient is Spontaneous Breathing Trial and documents spontaneous mechanics as cuff pressure checks and documents results every 6 hours and as needed/ assesses the ventilated patient s status and communicates this to the appropriate team as a team member and communicates effectively with staff and recommendations concerning ventilator parameters and weaning competency in all modes of ventilatory dutiesDistributes workload amongst and prioritizes work on shift to assure all work is completed by the end of the shift to include turning around of equipment and stocking of good judgment in independent decision making as relates to clarification of orders for respiratory therapy all problems to Manager Respiratory & Pulmonary appropriate steps when faced with a void in staffing according to departmental duties as consistent with this RequirementsJob Knowledge and SkillsCompetency/EducationMaintains initial and annual equipment competencies as developed by the RT Clinical Coordinator and approved by Manager Respiratory & Pulmonary Computer Based Learning Assignments by due a keen interest in the latest trends in Respiratory Therapy and exhibits understanding/knowledge on a consistent basis. Generates/offers new ideas or concepts to promote individual/departmental and ExperienceCurrent NH license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner RCP requiredBasic Life Support requiredNational Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)Must have experience in the above therapeutic modalities and display ability to work in a team environment.

Shift: Nights 7p-7a

Specialty Type: Cardiopulmonary

Sub Specialties: Pulmonary Function Tech (PFT)Respiratory Therapy

General Certifications : BLS/BCLS

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