Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $1,876 per week in Robinson, IL

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified RRT in Robinson, Illinois, 62454!

Pay Information

$1,876 per week

About The Position

ID : 73221138 Shift : Nights, 6p-6 : 30a, with weekend rotation. 3- 12s Description : Job Title : Respiratory Therapist Home Department : Cardio pulmonary Reports To : Director-Cardio pulmonary Direct Reports : None FLSA Classification : Non-Exempt Position Summary The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific Physician's orders and department policies and procedures. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates respiratory care equipment. General Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities Performs accurate and complete respiratory assessments of patients; conducts initial screenings; assesses and reassesses pain; assessments are age, culture and psycho-social appropriate. Determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning, including : educating the patient / family regarding pain management; discharge planning / follow-up instructions. Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consults with Physician if adverse reactions occur. Prepares and administers medications based on age / clinical condition of the patient; demonstrates knowledge of respiratory medications, outcomes, and side effects. Conducts tests, such as holter monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and lung capacity tests, to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions; adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results in therapy. Completes routine daily, weekly and monthly cleaning; maintains department equipment and assists with calibration of equipment; ensures proper documentation is completed. Documentation is complete, accurate and timely; prepares the patient record in both electronic and chart form. Performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical / healthcare errors; utilizes established hand-off communication protocols. Complies with all established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Participates in performance improvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirements Current Professional Licensure / Certification Required Certification / Licensure Requirements Current IL Respiratory Therapist License Required BLS Required ACLS Required within 6 months NRP Required within 6 months PALS Required within 1 year Experience Requirements Respiratory Therapy minimum 1 year Preferred Computer Skills Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs Additional Skills Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner Excellent communication and customer service skills Position Billing string = Crawford Memorial Hospital Guaranteed Hours : 36 Contract Weeks : 91

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• Core Exam - Allied / Non-Nursing
• MLH Respiratory Therapist Job Description
• Respiratory Therapist Exam
• Respiratory Therapist Skills Checklist

About Mindlance Health

Mindlance Health is a leading provider of allied health clinicians to hospitals, clinics, behavioral health and other facilities throughout the US. Our unique approach to recruitment begins with the basic premise that YOU, the healthcare provider, are the most important person in the relationship. Our goal is to assist you in finding the right position that not only matches your skillset but fuels the passion in your soul to advance your career.  Our clients choose Mindlance Health because they know our passion is to fill their jobs with the best candidates in the business and to pay above competitive rates, assuring we are hiring the most talented clinicians in the market.