Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago

Bridgeport, United States Yale New Haven Health Full time
Job Description Overview

Yale New Haven Health System, is searching for passionate and dedicated Respiratory Therapists to join our exceptional team. Here's why you should consider this incredible opportunity:

About Us:

  • Level 2 Trauma Center and the Only Certified Burn Unit in Connecticut: Be a part of a dynamic healthcare environment where you'll play a pivotal role in providing critical care services within a Level 2 Trauma Center. Our hospital is proud to be the sole certified Burn Unit in Connecticut, delivering expert care to burn patients in the region.
  • Level 3 Newborn ICU: At Bridgeport Hospital, we offer Respiratory Therapists the chance to work in our Level 3 Newborn ICU, providing advanced respiratory care management to premature infants. Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of these tiny patients and their families.
  • Advanced Respiratory Management: Get ready to elevate your skills. You'll practice the use of advanced respiratory management techniques in all of our ICU units, including inhaled specialized gases and medications such as Prostaglandins and Nitric Oxides.
  • Career Development: At Bridgeport Hospital, we value your growth. We offer a structured career development program, allowing you to progress through levels 1, 2, and 3 in your career, complete with exciting opportunities and challenges at each stage.
  • Compensation: We recognize your expertise and dedication. Enjoy competitive compensation that includes additional pay for charge assignments and Rapid Response team assignments.
  • Educational Opportunities: Bridgeport Hospital is deeply committed to education. We are a teaching hospital and partner with prestigious institutions such as Norwalk Community College, Naugatuck Valley Community College, and Bridgeport Hospital Paramedic Program. This means you'll have access to ongoing educational opportunities and resources to continually enhance your skills.
  • Diverse Divisions: As a Respiratory Therapist at Bridgeport Hospital, you'll have the chance to work across various divisions, including Respiratory Therapy across two campuses, Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Function and Bronchoscopy, and Neurophysiology. This diversity of experiences will enrich your career and expand your skillset.

If you're a Respiratory Therapist looking to make a significant impact, learn, and grow within a renowned healthcare institution, we encourage you to apply today. Join Bridgeport Hospital and be part of a team that's transforming lives every day.



EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

  • 1. Clinical Application of Respiratory Care: Functions efficiently, resourcefully and skillfully in providing patients optimum age-specific respiratory care.
    • 1.1 Assesses patient's pulmonary status employing basic and advanced skills, which include reviewing the medical chart, patient interview, physical examination, and interpretation of blood gases. Demonstrates proficiency and consistency with all assessment skills.
  • 2. Documentation and Written Communications: Contributes to effective communications within the department through documentation of services administered, changes in patient's clinical status and therapeutic objectives.
    • 2.1 Accurately, records all care provided via electronic medical record (EMR). Identifies patient on written documents by using the medical record number (MRN) and patient labels as required by department and hospital policy. Maintains patient confidentiality with documentation practices.
  • 3. Consultation, Collaboration, and Communication: Communicates clearly and appropriately with co-workers. Demonstrates a cooperative team spirit and leadership, effectively contributing to excellence of patient care.
    • 3.1 Patient report information is appropriate and conveys current patient status. Uses best practice when giving report and attentively and courteously accepts report in order to facilitate transition from one shift to the next. Accurately, completely and concisely conveys all relevant clinical information on patient's clinical course and status with report.
  • 4. Self Development, Professionalism and Leadership: Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical expertise through continuing education, professional growth, and development. Functions as charge therapist, upon request, in absence of shift supervisor.
    • 4.1 Assumes responsibility for professional self-development by demonstrating ability to function as resource regarding current trends within the profession and new or advanced procedures/equipment in department.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Associates of Science degree and certificate of completion of an AMA-Approved Respiratory Care Program and current license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum one year acute care experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred.

LICENSURE

Current state of Connecticut Respiratory Therapy License RRT Credential Current BLS at the Healthcare Provider Level Current ACLS at the Healthcare Provider Level NRP prior to Newborn/Pediatrics training

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Basic computer literacy.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. They are occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. They are occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Incumbents as well as external and internal applicants who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case by case basis.

Additional Information

HOURS: Full time; 7pm-7am, every other weekend and holiday rotation

YNHHS Requisition ID

96242

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