Certified Respiratory Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States Christus Health Full time
Position Overview

Role Summary:

The Certified Respiratory Care Specialist is accountable for delivering pulmonary care to critically ill, non-critical, and chronically ill patients across all age groups, including adults, children, and neonates, under physician supervision with minimal oversight. This role involves conducting patient evaluations and implementing respiratory care strategies. The specialist will perform a variety of technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures throughout the healthcare facility.

Key Responsibilities:


• Adhere to the established OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responding to emergency situations (Code Blue and White);

• Managing airways, including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning;

• Administering aerosolized medications;

• Overseeing ventilator operations (setup and management);

• Providing oral hygiene care;

• Placing and maintaining airway retention devices;

• Managing airway support devices such as BiPAP and CPAP;

• Administering oxygen delivery systems and conducting therapeutic monitoring;

• Analyzing chest radiographs;

• Collecting and interpreting blood gas samples;

• Conducting EKG assessments;

• Ensuring accurate and thorough documentation;

• Cleaning and restocking necessary equipment and supplies;

• Participating in CAP and JC evaluations.

• The specialist may take on the role of Shift Leader or Team Leader as needed.

• Advanced practice responsibilities may encompass:

• Managing therapeutic gases and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;

• Conducting Pulmonary Function Tests;

• Assisting in bronchoscopy procedures;

• Performing hemodynamic monitoring;

• Analyzing waveforms;

• Evaluating nocturnal SpO2 (Desaturation Studies);

• Conducting polysomnography;

• Performing transport duties.

Qualifications:

Education and Skills


• Compliance with licensure and/or certification prerequisites is required.

Experience


• A minimum of 1 - 3 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications


• A valid RT or RCP License in the state of employment is mandatory.


• BLS certification is required.


• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from NBRC is essential.


• ACLS certification is required.


• PALS certification is necessary.

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

EEO Compliance:

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