Respiratory Therapist I - Per Diem - Days - MRHS
Core
Provides critical care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in ED, Trauma, and Critical Care settings, including ventilator support and emergency response.
Role type
Registered Respiratory Therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory therapy interventions
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
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 assessment, emergency code response
Preferred skills
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Technologies
Ventilators, HFNC/Vapotherm, monitoring equipment
Responsibilities
Respond to codes and calls for emergent assistance; assess patient condition and deliver appropriate treatment; deliver and assess response to ordered therapy; educate patients and families about illness and community resources; evaluate respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes and best practices.