respiratory care assistant

Aspirus Health

<div>RESPIRATORY THERAPY ASSISTANT 
Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI
 
Occasional varied hours
 Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day. 
Job Description:
The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary assessment, monitoring, diagnostic, and therapy services under medical direction to patients in a variety of care environments. This person assists licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP) under their direct, immediate, and on- premises supervision. S/he assists in educating the public regarding respiratory disease and care. Provides respiratory care to patients of all ages, including pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Interprets patient information and understands treatment needs depending on the age of patients under care. Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding of the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development and intellectual/language development.
Experience/Qualifications:<ul><li>
Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols is normally acquired through active attendance as a senior student in an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.</li><li>
Experience in clinical healthcare beneficial.</li><li>
Current BLS certification - All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin, and knowledge testing. An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. (See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Policy).</li><li>
Active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care, experience with electrocardiography, arterial monitoring and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)beneficial.</li></ul>
Aspirus Wausau Hospital, the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan&rsquo;s Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits. Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women&rsquo;s health, and spine and neurological care. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others. 
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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<div>Credentials: 
Essential: 
<ul><li>CPR or BLS</li></ul></div></div>

RESPIRATORY THERAPY ASSISTANT - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Torrance Memorial Medical Center

<div><div><div>Under general supervision, sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the treatment and diagnosis of respiratory diseases and/or illnesses.</div></div> 
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Core Competencies</h3></div><div> 
Explains purpose and procedure of treatment, tests, and equipment to the patient, and family using AIDET. 
<ul><li>
</li>
Administers respiratory care as prescribed by physicians for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, as assigned, including, but not limited to, metered dose inhalers, hand held nebulizers, various oxygen therapy devices, chest physiotherapy, nasal, oral, and tracheal suctioning, mechanical ventilation set-up and maintenance, stabilizing and maintaining artificial airways, and instructing patients in effective cough and breathing techniques 
<li>
</li>
Participates as a member of the cardio-pulmonary resuscitation team. 
<li>
</li>
Performs arterial punctures, arterial line draws, and blood gas analysis utilizing the blood gas analyzer. Reports and documents critical values appropriately. Demonstrates competency for pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical phases of blood gas analysis, assessed at 6 months and annually thereafter. 
<li>
</li>
Performs preventative maintenance and quality control studies on blood gas analyzer when assigned. 
<li>
</li>
Documents all respiratory care services provided to a patient in HIS, including the type of therapy, date and time of administration, effects of therapy, and any adverse reactions. 
<li>
</li>
Assists physicians in therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopies after competencies have been established. 
<li>
</li>
Assesses all patients for appropriateness of therapy, documents care plans and consults with physicians regarding the plan of care. 
<li>
</li>
Educates patient and/or family members regarding respiratory home care, pre-operative therapy, and disease states utilizing the Torrance Memorial Teaching Tools. 
<li>
</li>
Communicates care provided and patient&rsquo;s status to oncoming shift, using SBAR. 
<li>
</li>
Ensures respiratory equipment is in proper working order, intervenes appropriately when unsafe conditions are identified, and observes all safety and infection control guidelines, performing decontamination, sterilization, and assembly of equipment when necessary. 
<li>
</li><li>
Ensures proper storage and inventory control of equipment in assigned area.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Education</h3></div> 
<div><div>
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.</div></div> 
</div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience</h3></div></div><div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
License / Certification Requirements</h3></div> 
<div><div>
CA Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license</div></div> 
<div><div>
ACLS Certification</div></div> 
<div><div>
PALS certifications within 3 months of hire from the American Heart Association</div></div> 
<div><div>
CRT credential issued by the NBRC if licensed prior to 1/1/15</div></div> 
<div><div>
RRT credential issued by the NBRC if licensed after 1/1/15</div></div> 
<div><div> 

Compensation Range: 
$35.77 - 60.00 / Hour</div></div></div></div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner I - Part Time Days

Houston Methodist

<div>Full Time, Day Shift
 
 
At Houston Methodist, the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) position is responsible for performing routine respiratory care procedures as assigned, varying in complexity which include, but are not limited to, preparation, administration and monitoring of medication and treatment modalities and gas therapy, ventilator support, spirometry and assistance with bronchoscopy. This position may perform diagnostic testing of the cardiac respiratory system, as appropriate. As a member of the direct patient care team, the RCP position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals, with respiratory care-related procedures within the scope of the professional licensure. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Non-exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) - National Board for Respiratory Care_PSV and</li><li>
RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and</li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation or Instructor (AHA,AAP) - American Heart Association and American Academy of Pediatrics
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) depending on area assigned
</li></ul> 
SKILLS AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
</li><li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents
</li><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
</li><li>Demonstrates time management skills
</li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the inter-professional team by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner, which includes active listening and teaching.
</li><li>Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
</li><li>Serves as a patient advocate in preventing/resolving ethical issues. Facilitates interventions to relieve the patient&rsquo;s/family spiritual distress.
</li><li>Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: arterial blood gas and analysis, pulse oximetry, spirometry and flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, bronchoprovocation testing, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures, bronchodilator administration, diagnostic radiology procedures. Prepares, administers and monitors treatment modalities and medication delivery. Implements, monitors and evaluates ventilator support.
</li><li>Performs other procedures and tests as needed and if assigned, such as Electrocardiograms, Holter&rsquo;s, and Arterial Blood Gas.
</li><li>Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance, which includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired results and recognizes complications / limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.
</li><li>Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities. Assembles, prepares, cleans and operates bronchoscopy equipment, monitoring equipment and accessories in accordance with manufacturing recommendations and department guidelines. Reports malfunctions.
</li><li>Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results; takes corrective action and involves others as needed toward achievement of this end.
</li><li>Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety, focusing on the task at hand and reporting near misses, and inputting errors promptly into Patient Safety Net to improve processes and identify trends.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
</li><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community.
</li>Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: No
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* Yes
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) - National Board for Respiratory Care_PSV and</li>
<li>RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation or Instructor (AHA,AAP) - American Heart Association and American Academy of Pediatrics
</li></ul>Preferred
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA) depending on area assigned 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower &mdash; a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women&rsquo;s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner (NRP)

Asante

<div><div><div>Req #: 24207 
Entity: Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center 
Location: Medford OR 
Department: Respiratory Therapy 
Shift: 3rd Shift - Nights 
Union Position: No 
FTE: 0.900000 
Schedule: Full Time 
Salary: $36.79 - $54.89 depending on qualifications</div><div><div> 
</div></div></div><div>Description
Additional Position Details: FTE: 0.9 | Full Time | 3rd Shift - Nights | Will consider Respiratory Care Practitioners 1s and 2s, details below.
RCP 1 -
Salary: $36.79 - $50.59
Differentials:
<ul><li>$1.73 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm</li><li>
$3.50 extra for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am</li><li>
$1.54 extra for working weekends</li></ul>
RCP 2 -
Salary: $39.91 - $54.89
Differentials:<ul><li>
$1.79 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm</li><li>
$3.75 extra for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am</li><li>
$1.60 extra for working weekends</li></ul>
New Grad&rsquo;s Encouraged to Apply!
External candidates may be eligible for Relocation Assistance! 
 
Position Summary/Qualifications for the Respiratory Care Practitioner 1:
Respiratory Care Practitioners interview examine and care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders using their knowledge of scientific principles underlying cardiopulmonary physiology and pathophysiology with their knowledge of biomedical engineering and technology to assess, educate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
Qualifications
Education
<ul><li>Completion of Respiratory Therapy education program and current licensure by the state of Oregon required.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or respiratory related sciences, preferred.</li></ul>
Licensure/Certifications
<ul><li>Current or former CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
RT-P: Respiratory Therapy - Permanent License by the Oregon Health Authority Licensing Office required upon start. Temp license by the Oregon Health Authority may be considered and permanent licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.</li></ul>
Required Skills &ndash; Both Levels
<ul><li>Critical thinking skills as well as effective communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to assess the patient/situation, analyze the data, formulate a plan, and then implement the plan.</li><li>
Ability to function effectively in a team environment utilizing consistent and appropriate communication as both a team member and leader.</li></ul>
Position Summary/Qualifications for the Respiratory Care Practitioner 2:
The Respiratory Care Practitioner 2 at Asante is an Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioner that has acquired additional credentialing and competencies as outlined in the Respiratory Critical Care Orientation, Respiratory Care Services Competency Evaluation and Respiratory Care Services&rsquo; Career Ladder, in one or more of the following: Adult Critical Care, Pediatric Care, Neonatal Care, Pulmonary Function Technology, Team leadership. The RCP-2 may enable the practitioner to perform respiratory care duties in the adult intensive care units, attend to patients in the ER and/or provide pediatric floor care if applicable. Responsibilities may also include management of blood gas labs, as assigned for specific job roles.
Qualifications
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or respiratory related sciences, preferred.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
Completion of Respiratory Therapy education program and current licensure by the state of Oregon and experience specific to the posted Advanced Practitioner specialty position is required Successful applicants should have experience specific to the posted Advanced Practitioner specialty position. Such experience should indicate that the applicant would be able to demonstrate advanced competencies after completion of orientation(s).</li></ul>
Licensure/Certifications<ul><li>
Current or former RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
RT-P: Respiratory Therapist licensed by Oregon Health Authority Licensing Office required upon start. Temp license may be considered and permanent license must be obtained within 6 months of hire.</li><li>
BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.</li><li>
ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified from American Heart Association, preferred.</li><li>
NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start at ATRMC.</li><li>
PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor certification by the American Heart Association is preferred</li></ul>
Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:<ul><li>
Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.</li><li>
Health &amp; Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.</li><li>
Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.</li><li>
Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.</li><li>
Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program</li><li>
Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.</li></ul>
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.</div></div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Parkland Health

<div>Location: Main Hospital Bldg - Basement 
 
Night Shift 
 
$10,000 Hiring Incentive 
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE
 
 
Responsible for providing full respiratory care to patients within neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations, as prescribed by physician, and within established standards and practices. 
 
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
 
 
Education 
<ul><li>
Must be a graduate of a Respiratory Care Program from an accredited American Medical Association (AMA) program.</li><li>
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care preferred.</li></ul> 

Experience 
<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 

Equivalent Education and/or Experience 
<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 

Certification/Registration/Licensure 
<ul><li>
Must have a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license from the Texas Medical Board.</li><li>
Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. (NBRC).</li><li>
Must have a current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Rescuer Military Training Network</li><li>
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred.</li></ul> 

Skills &amp; Special Abilities 
<ul><li>
Must successfully complete General Care orientation.</li><li>
Must successfully complete adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) orientation to work in adult ICU areas.</li><li>
Must successfully complete Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) orientation to work in NICU area.</li><li>
Must be able to demonstrate assessment skills for prioritization of care, the application of patient driven protocols, and the delivery of respiratory care in neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations.</li><li>
Must be proficient in the use of all equipment required for the delivery of Respiratory Care bedside therapeutic and diagnostic services.</li><li>
Must be able to serve as a preceptor to new orientees, students, and interns.</li><li>
Must be able to document activities accurately in the electronic medical record.</li><li>
Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.</li><li>
Must maintain required departmental competencies.</li><li>
May be asked to assume Charge responsibilities.</li></ul> 

Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Evaluates need for service delivery by incorporating established protocols, physical assessment, physician interaction, patient history, and clinical judgement into the decision process.</li><li>
Provides type and frequency of service that is consistent with patient need.</li><li>
Applies understanding of cardio-respiratory anatomy and physiology to respiratory care practices.</li><li>
Utilizes data and laboratory findings in conjunction with knowledge of specific disease/injury/process data to optimize care delivery.</li><li>
Maintains and applies knowledge of indications, actions, interactions, and adverse reactions of respiratory active drugs to include those which produce a secondary respiratory effect, in order to provide optimal patient care.</li><li>
Performs and documents diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in keeping with departmental standards for quality and service indicators.</li><li>
Matches equipment needs with associated diagnostic/therapeutic intervention.</li><li>
Demonstrates patient centered/patient valued behaviors.</li><li>
Troubleshoots respiratory equipment to ensure appropriate function.</li><li>
Removes and labels contaminated or malfunctioning equipment for processing as described in departmental objectives.</li><li>
Promptly responds to requests for care.</li><li>
Provides timely reports, on transferred patients, to receiving therapist which include priority status and pertinent case related data.</li><li>
Gives and receives shift reports to assigned therapist to ensure a clear picture of patient baseline status and care needs.</li><li>
Serves as a resource for students, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding respiratory care practices.</li><li>
May also be responsible for administering pulmonary diagnostic testing and evaluation following the Pulmonary Laboratory related policies and procedures after training and competency evaluation</li><li>
Will be responsible to provide pulmonary rehab program education and virtual exercise classes.</li></ul> 
PHexpansion 
 
Requisition ID: 995115</div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Nights

<div>Location: Parkland: LL BLK 400 
 
Night Shift 
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE
 
 
Responsible for providing full respiratory care to patients within neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations, as prescribed by physician, and within established standards and practices. 
 
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
 
 
Education 
<ul><li>
Must be a graduate of a Respiratory Care Program from an accredited American Medical Association (AMA) program.</li><li>
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care preferred.</li></ul> 

Experience 
<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 

Equivalent Education and/or Experience 
<ul><li>
None</li></ul> 

Certification/Registration/Licensure 
<ul><li>
Must have a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license from the Texas Medical Board.</li><li>
Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. (NBRC).</li><li>
Must have a current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Rescuer Military Training Network</li><li>
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred.</li></ul> 

Skills &amp; Special Abilities 
<ul><li>
Must successfully complete General Care orientation.</li><li>
Must successfully complete adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) orientation to work in adult ICU areas.</li><li>
Must successfully complete Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) orientation to work in NICU area.</li><li>
Must be able to demonstrate assessment skills for prioritization of care, the application of patient driven protocols, and the delivery of respiratory care in neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations.</li><li>
Must be proficient in the use of all equipment required for the delivery of Respiratory Care bedside therapeutic and diagnostic services.</li><li>
Must be able to serve as a preceptor to new orientees, students, and interns.</li><li>
Must be able to document activities accurately in the electronic medical record.</li><li>
Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.</li><li>
Must maintain required departmental competencies.</li><li>
May be asked to assume Charge responsibilities.</li></ul> 

Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Evaluates need for service delivery by incorporating established protocols, physical assessment, physician interaction, patient history, and clinical judgement into the decision process.</li><li>
Provides type and frequency of service that is consistent with patient need.</li><li>
Applies understanding of cardio-respiratory anatomy and physiology to respiratory care practices.</li><li>
Utilizes data and laboratory findings in conjunction with knowledge of specific disease/injury/process data to optimize care delivery.</li><li>
Maintains and applies knowledge of indications, actions, interactions, and adverse reactions of respiratory active drugs to include those which produce a secondary respiratory effect, in order to provide optimal patient care.</li><li>
Performs and documents diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in keeping with departmental standards for quality and service indicators.</li><li>
Matches equipment needs with associated diagnostic/therapeutic intervention.</li><li>
Demonstrates patient centered/patient valued behaviors.</li><li>
Troubleshoots respiratory equipment to ensure appropriate function.</li><li>
Removes and labels contaminated or malfunctioning equipment for processing as described in departmental objectives.</li><li>
Promptly responds to requests for care.</li><li>
Provides timely reports, on transferred patients, to receiving therapist which include priority status and pertinent case related data.</li><li>
Gives and receives shift reports to assigned therapist to ensure a clear picture of patient baseline status and care needs.</li><li>
Serves as a resource for students, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding respiratory care practices.</li><li>
May also be responsible for administering pulmonary diagnostic testing and evaluation following the Pulmonary Laboratory related policies and procedures after training and competency evaluation</li><li>
Will be responsible to provide pulmonary rehab program education and virtual exercise classes.</li></ul> 

Requisition ID: 986437</div>

PAM Health

<div><div>We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.</div><div></div><div> 
At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.</div><div></div><div> 
The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order. Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.</div><ul><li> 
Education and Training: Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care. Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada. For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.</li><li>
Experience: Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.</li></ul></div>

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