Respiratory Therapist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab

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About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency / trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Job Description

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders. Defined duties are performed in neonatal and pediatric patient populations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Makes recommendations regarding home respiratory equipment including oxygen.
• Educates patients on breathing devices.
• Administers and titrates oxygen.
• Monitors vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation during exercise sessions.
• Assures correct set-up, safety and function of equipment and supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
• Understands pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions.
• Administers respiratory medications as needed.
• Makes patient care assessments according to accepted protocols.
• Provides education to patients, families, and members of the health care team.
• Documents in the patient medical record.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

RCP

RCP Advanced

Experience

RCP

RCP Advanced

Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

RCP

RCP Advanced

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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