Respiratory Therapist

3 hours ago

Newport News, Virginia, United States Lifespan Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Lifespan. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for administering and evaluating various therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of primary pulmonary disease and other medical problems.

Responsibilities
  • Administer and evaluate therapeutic procedures, including intermittent positive pressure breathing, chest physiotherapy, postural drainage, nebulizer/aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, breathing exercises, and tracheal irrigation and aspiration.
  • Administer inhalant medications with a scientific understanding of their actions, expected responses, and adverse reactions.
  • Set up and perform CPAP, Bi-Pap, and non-invasive ventilation.
  • Provide and monitor continuous oxygen and humidification therapy.
  • Instruct patients on the use of equipment and monitor equipment function.
  • Initiate, monitor, and provide respiratory care to patients dependent on mechanical ventilation for life support.
  • Perform equipment check-out procedures prior to use to ensure proper function.
  • Adjust ventilatory parameters, initiate and monitor mechanical ventilation, and make adjustments to coordinate the ventilator with the patient.
  • Monitor oxygen concentration, ventilatory volumes, muscular strength, humidification, ventilating pressures, sputum collection, and characteristics, breath sounds, and changes in respiratory/pulmonary condition and ability.
  • Monitor equipment for proper function.
  • Perform arterial blood gas analysis as indicated when authorized by the physician.
  • Transcribe ABG results and correlate results with the clinical situation.
  • Make arrangements to improve oxygenation and acid-base balance.
  • Interpret and execute all orders prescribed by a physician.
  • Review history and physical lab and X-ray reports and interdisciplinary progress notes to assess patient's condition and ability, therapeutic needs, or contraindications to ordered therapy.
  • Consistently work within the physician's order to deliver the therapy appropriate for the patient's condition.
  • Assess patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify patient's requirements relative to their age-specific or special needs.
  • Provide care needed as described in department policies and procedures for neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and general patients.
  • Handle and store medical gases in a safe manner.
  • Prepare and deliver report on patient's condition, progress, and effects of therapy to Respiratory Care Practitioners coming on duty.
  • Communicate regularly with physicians regarding any abnormal effects of therapy, abnormal diagnostic exams, or any other respiratory/pulmonary concerns.
  • Act as an in-house resource for staff members, physicians, and patients requiring respiratory/pulmonary assistance.
  • Set clinical priorities daily per policy and procedure.
  • Assist Cardiopulmonary Services Director in the orientation and training of new staff and students assigned to Newport Hospital.
  • Participate in applicable off-site activities, including health fairs and school career days.
Qualifications
  • Rhode Island Respiratory Care Practitioner license (RCP) CRT required, RRT preferred.
  • Associate degree from Cardio-Respiratory Care Program.
  • Current CPR certification.
Location

Newport Hospital

Work Type

Per Diem

Shift

Shift 4

Union

Non-Union

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