Respiratory Therapist

3 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States KurzSolutions Full time
About the Job

KurzSolutions is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of a prestigious hospital in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities
  • Administer medications and perform therapeutic procedures using medical gases, humidification, aerosols, and administration devices.
  • Maintain and manage life support systems, including ventilator support, to ensure proper patient/ventilator interface and adjust settings as needed.
  • Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises to improve lung function and clear airways.
  • Provide emergency CPR to neonates, following established protocols.
  • Insert and maintain artificial airways, including endotracheal tubes (ET) and intubating laryngotracheal mask (ILMA) airways, ensuring proper placement and function.
  • Educate patients' families on respiratory care, equipment uses, and home care management, ensuring they understand treatment plans and procedures.
  • Monitor patients for signs of distress or complications, recognizing the need for medical intervention when patient safety is at risk.
Requirements
  • National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certification.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications approved by the American Heart Association.
  • Associate Degree or higher in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • A minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
  • Experience in Pediatric Respiratory Care (PEDS) is preferred, but experienced therapists from other disciplines will be considered if qualified.
About KurzSolutions

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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