Registered Respiratory Therapist
Based in United States
Core
Insert arterial lines, intubate patients, and practice patient-driven protocolized care in critical care areas including ICU and NICU.
Role type
Registered Respiratory Therapist (ICU/Critical Care)
Builds
Patient care protocols and interventions in a Level II trauma center
Domain
Healthcare / Critical Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Arterial line insertion, Intubation, Respiratory protocol initiation, Medication administration, Diagnostic testing interpretation, Patient education
Preferred skills
ACLS, PALS, NALS
Technologies
Respiratory care equipment, Monitoring devices
Responsibilities
Perform and evaluate diagnostic testing procedures; Administer medications and evaluate patient response; Complete clinical documentation; Teach patients and families self-care techniques
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff