PRN Respiratory Therapist

Overview

The PRN Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for administering prescribed respiratory care procedures to patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders. This includes maintaining and cleaning respiratory therapy equipment and ensuring safe operation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Respiratory Care, preferred, or 2nd year student in final clinical semesters of Associates Degree program, required.
• Current CPR certification, required.
• Completion of 1st year of Respiratory Care Associate's Degree program with associated clinical rotation experience, required.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean respiratory therapy equipment.
• Prepare and test equipment for safe operation.
• Enforce safety rules and follow special instructions for infection control.
• Administer prescribed medications and therapies to patients.
• Assess patients' conditions and response to therapy.
• Participate in in-services, continuing education, and staff development activities.
• Perform CPR procedures as part of the Stat Code Team.
• Keep patient information confidential and follow infection control policies.
• Perform all duties under supervision of Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist.