Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - PRN

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - PRN at Christus Health summary :

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, I provide pulmonary care for critically ill and chronic patients across various age groups, performing technical and diagnostic procedures with minimal supervision under physician guidance. My responsibilities include airway management, ventilator setup, and patient assessments, alongside advanced practices like pulmonary function testing and bronchoscopy assistance. With required certifications and a commitment to ongoing competency, I support excellent respiratory care within the hospital setting.

Description

Summary :

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities :

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Include, but are not limited to :

Advanced practice skills may include :

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

See licensure and / or certification requirements

Experience

1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

RT or RCP License in state of employment required

BLS required

Work Schedule : Varies

Work Type : Per Diem As Needed

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Keywords :

Registered Respiratory Therapist, pulmonary care, ventilator management, airway management, diagnostic procedures, patient assessments, critical care, healthcare, therapy procedures, BLS certification