Respiratory Therapist I - FT - Nights - $25K Sign on Bonus - JDCH
Core
Provides evidence-based care and innovative therapies for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in ED, Trauma, and Critical Care settings.
Role type
Registered Respiratory Therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory support modalities
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical ventilation management, Arterial blood gas sampling, Artificial airway care, Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, Mechanical ventilation weaning, Patient and family education, Emergency code response
Preferred skills
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Technologies
HFNC/VAPOTHERM, Ventilators
Responsibilities
Evaluate respiratory care policies based on patient outcomes and best practices; Educate patients and families about illness and community resources; Respond to codes and calls for emergent assistance; Deliver and assess response to ordered therapy per plan of care; Monitor, document, and communicate patient condition.
Seniority
Entry-level (No prior work experience required)