Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PRN

Description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist Supervised by: Respiratory Therapy Manager

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Manager, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, department policies and procedures.

Demonstrates   Competency in the Following Areas:

Maintains knowledge of the various   methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert to and assesses possible side   effects to oxygen delivery.

Administers respiratory therapy   treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects   associated with each.

Sets-up and monitors invasive and   non-invasive ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for   such treatment, such as airway management, tracheal suctioning, and   endotracheal intubation.

Able to assess patient pain interfering   with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for   intervention.

Performs arterial punctures to obtain   arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible   complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.

Follows departmental equipment   sterilization procedures.

Documents all pertinent data on the   patient’s medical record following completion of any service.

Maintains a thorough knowledge of all   departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper usage.

Performs EKGs, sends reports to   physicians who requested them and files reports in department, according to   department procedures.

Demonstrates knowledge and   understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as   performed on patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric,   adolescent and geriatric patients, as well as the general patient population.

Demonstrates knowledge and   understanding of oxygen concentrations and medication doses as they relate to   patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent and   geriatric patients.

Follows the seven (7) medication   rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.

Performs all aspects of patient care   in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of   medical/health care errors.

Supports and maintains a culture of   safety and quality.

Manages and operates equipment safely   and correctly. Inspects and tests   respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and   efficiently.

Maintains thorough knowledge of   hazards of oxygen therapy.

Formulates a teaching plan based on   identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of   learning, Patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate.

Treats patients and their families   with respect and dignity. Coordinates   and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and that hospital   policy is followed.

Demonstrates ability to assess   patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment for   response to treatment.

Attends education inservice programs   to maintain professional competency. Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training.

Performs all additional duties as   assigned by the department manager.

Requirements

Professional   Requirements:

Adheres to dress code, appearance is   neat and clean.

Completes annual education   requirements.

Maintains regulatory requirements.

Maintains patient confidentiality at   all times.

Reports to work on time and as   scheduled, completes work within designated time.

Wears identification while on duty,   uses computerized punch time system correctly.

Completes inservices and returns in a   timely fashion.

Attends annual review and department   inservices, as scheduled.

Attends 12 staff meetings annually,   or reads and returns all staff meeting minutes.

Represents the organization in a   positive and professional manner.

Actively participates in performance   improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Complies with all organizational   policies regarding ethical business practices.

Communicates the mission, ethics and   goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Regulatory Requirements:

· Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.