Respiratory Therapist, 36hr Nights
Core
Provide evidence-based respiratory care, manage mechanical ventilation, and perform emergency interventions for patients in a hospital setting.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist (Night Shift)
Builds
Patient care plans and respiratory support protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Arterial blood gas analysis, mechanical ventilation management, aerosolized medication administration, intubation assistance, patient monitoring, equipment maintenance, clinical instruction
Preferred skills
Acute care experience, specialty credentials (ACCS, SDS, NPS, RPFT), asthma education certification
Technologies
Mechanical ventilators, CPAP/Bi-level support, NIPPV, high flow oxygen therapy, body plethysmograph, electronic medical record
Responsibilities
Administer aerosolized medications, draw and analyze arterial blood gases, consult with physicians on therapy efficacy, monitor physiological responses to therapy, assist with emergency care including intubation and code teams, inspect and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, instruct respiratory care procedures to staff and patients, maintain patient records, participate in quality assurance programs
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff