Respiratory Care Practitioner FT Nights

Company: Highpoint Health - Sumner
Location: Gallatin
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

$15,000.00 SIGN ON BONUSExamines patients with breathing-related conditions and conductsiagnostic testing. -Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. -Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.Reports to: Director Respiratory Care & Neurodiagnostic ServicesMeasures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer. -Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. -Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. -Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment. -Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources. -Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders. -Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment. -Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.Minimum Education
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required -Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Preferred -Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer skills required. - -Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS, certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required upon hire.
ACLS and PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required within 1 year of employment.
NRP certification from approved American Heart Association training center is required within 1 year of employment. -Required Skills
Licenses: Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with ABG endorsement. Temporary initial licensure letter by the State of Tennessee as a graduate respiratory care practitioner, acceptable until state licensure is issued. - -Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of 6 months Respiratory Care experience preferredEqual opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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