Respiratory Therapist I, PRN, Wilkes Medical Center

Department:

36402 Wilkes Medical Center - Respiratory Therapy Services

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Variable

Respiratory Therapist I, PRN, Wilkes Medical Center

Delivers high-quality respiratory care to various patient groups while adhering to departmental policies. Performs approved procedures, maintains equipment, and educates patients, medical staff, and allied health professionals. Provides clinical instruction, assesses and applies current cardio-respiratory technology trends.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• PRN (as needed)
• Wilkes Medical Center, Wilkes, NC

YOU'LL NEED

• Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.
• Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Provides respiratory therapies, following age appropriate standards of care and departmental policies and procedures throughout the hospital.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support following age-appropriate standards of care.
• Reports routine clinical procedures regarding patients to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care for the patient. Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing, as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH policies and with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Provides invasive and non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of care.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures QI to enhance service to customers.
• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Communication skills including verbal, non-verbal listening skills
• Ability to provide direct and indirect respiratory care Ability to perform multiple tasks under stress

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE:

The picturesque cities of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report's Top 50 Best Places to Live. This includes:

Affordable Living:Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.

Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Pay Range

$30.15 - $45.25

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and p