Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)/Respiratory Therapist Certified (CRT) - GSWB
Core
Assesses patients' respiratory care needs, plans and performs treatment modalities, and manages mechanical ventilators in a clinical environment.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory treatment protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Critical Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical ventilator management, airway management, arterial blood gas analysis, patient assessment, care plan development, intra-hospital transport, preceptorship
Preferred skills
Shared governance participation, evidence-based medicine practices
Technologies
ETCO monitors, pulse oximeters, point of care blood analyzers, mechanical ventilators
Responsibilities
Perform and document thorough patient assessments; Establish appropriate care plans; Initiate and manage conventional and high frequency mechanical ventilators; Correctly perform routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications and secretion management; Assist with discharge planning for respiratory DME supplies; Function as Shift Coordinator when designated; Precept orientees and students in clinical rotations.
Seniority
Individual Contributor