Certified Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Resp Therapy-Full Time at CHRISTUS Health
Alexandria, LA 71301
About the Job
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 various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.
Responsibilities:
- 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; Blood gas 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); Polysomnography.
Requirements:
- 2 – 3 years of experience preferred.
- 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:
Full Time
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