Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist at ECHN summary :

A Respiratory Therapist provides essential respiratory care to patients by performing therapy modalities as ordered by physicians. They are responsible for setting up and monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, and conducting various respiratory assessments. The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and a strong focus on patient care in a fast-paced environment.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

POSITION SUMMARY :

Performs safe respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by physician, developing a plan of care based on assessment data and standards of care, identifying needs for alternative action in the plan of treatment and involves the multi-disciplinary team in revisions to plan of care.  Sets up, maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure.  Administers medications demonstrating thorough knowledge of policy and procedure. Assembles, selects, and operates equipment for proper operation and cleanliness.  This includes but is not limited to mechanical ventilators, BIPAP / CPAP systems, oxygen delivery devices and oxygen analyzers, manual resuscitators and suctioning equipment.  Performs tracheal, endotracheal and nasopharyngeal suctioning including the instillation of pharmacologic agents according to policy and procedure.  Draws and analyzes blood gases by arterial stick according to policy and procedure.  Interprets arterial blood gas and oximetry results.  Differentiates between patient and equipment problems and intervenes appropriately.  Documents and communicates all patient therapies including concerns during shift.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION :

• Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program. Must provide copy of diploma or transcript upon hire.
• The candidate must hold the credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care and a current license from the State of Connecticut to practice as a Respiratory Care Practioner.
• A candidate with a CRT credential must be registry eligible and obtain the RRT credential from the NBRC within 18 months of employment.
• The candidate will hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider (NRP) or Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are desirable but not required.
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) certification desirable.

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Disclaimer : Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

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Keywords :

Respiratory Therapy, Mechanical Ventilation, Patient Care, Healthcare, Pulmonary Functions, BLS Certification, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Patient Assessment, Oxygen Therapy, Emergency Care