Crt, Certified Respiratory Therapist - Sulpher Springs PRN

DescriptionSummary :

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 various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities :

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Include, but are not limited to : Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;Delivery of aerosolized drugs;Ventilator management (i. e. : setup and operation);Oral hygiene;Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;Chest film analysis;Bloodgas collection and analysis;EKG analysis;Accurate and complete documentation;Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;Participate in CAP and JC surveys. RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader. Advanced practice skills may include : Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;Pulmonary Function Testing;Bronchoscopy assist;Hemodynamic Monitoring;Waveform analysis;Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

See licensure and / or certification requirements Experience

2 - 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

RCP License in the state of employment required BLS required CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

Work Schedule : 7PM - 7AM

Work Type : Per Diem As Needed