Certified Respiratory Care Specialist

2 weeks ago

San Antonio, Texas, United States CHRISTUS Health Full time

Overview:

The Certified Respiratory Care Specialist is accountable for delivering pulmonary care to critically ill, non-critical, and chronically ill patients across various age groups, including adults, children, and neonates, under the supervision of a physician with minimal oversight.

This role involves conducting patient evaluations and implementing respiratory care strategies. The specialist will perform a range of technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures throughout the healthcare facility.

CHRISTUS Health is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services, ensuring that our patients receive the highest quality of care in a supportive environment.

Our specialized services encompass a wide array of medical fields, including surgical interventions, intensive care, women's health, neonatal care, comprehensive cardiovascular services, emergency response, and rehabilitation.


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:
  • Emergency response (Code Blue and White);
  • Management of airways, including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning;
  • Administration of aerosolized medications;
  • Operation and management of ventilators;
  • Maintenance of oral hygiene;
  • Placement and upkeep of airway retention devices;
  • Management of airway support devices such as BiPAP and CPAP;
  • Administration of oxygen delivery systems and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Analysis of chest radiographs;
  • Collection and evaluation of blood gases;
  • EKG interpretation;
  • Ensure accurate and thorough documentation;
  • Clean and restock equipment and supplies as needed;
  • Participate in CAP and JC evaluations.
  • RRTs may take on the role of Shift Leader or Team Leader.
  • Advanced practice skills may encompass:
  • Management and monitoring of therapeutic gases, including INO and HeO2;
  • Conducting Pulmonary Function Tests;
  • Assisting in bronchoscopy procedures;
  • Monitoring hemodynamics;
  • Analyzing waveforms;
  • Conducting nocturnal SpO2 evaluations (Desaturation Studies);
  • Performing polysomnography;
  • Undertaking transport responsibilities.

Qualifications:
Licensure and/or certification requirements apply. A. Experience - A minimum of 3 years of experience is preferred. B. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications - RT or RCP License in the state of employment is required. BLS certification is mandatory. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the NBRC is required.
Work Schedule: Night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM.

Employment Type:

Per Diem As Needed. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is accessible to all individuals.

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