Certified Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Resp Therapy-PRN
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
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 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; 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); 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:
3PM - 11PM
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
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