Respiratory Therapist, PRN
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- Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.
- Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient’s cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.
- Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
- Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
- Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.
- Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.
- Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
- Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.
- Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.
- Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.
- Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.
- Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.
- Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
- Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred
- Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
- Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
- Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.
- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required and
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required and
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required and
- STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required
- Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
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