Registered Respiratory Therapist
3 weeks ago
Position Information
Work Type: Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off
Exempt: No
Work Schedule: 12 Hour Night Shift
Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period:
Shift Time: 6:30pm-7am
Location: Medical Center, US:FL:Lakeland
Summary:
Provides comprehensive respiratory care under the direction/delegation of the physician in accordance with the Florida Respiratory Care Practice Act; delivers safe and effective care in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Standard Work Duties: Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Contributes to the comprehensive patient care plan based on identified patient problems/needs and assists in the evaluation of the overall effectiveness. Determines respiratory therapy treatment plans in consultation with physician and by physicians' orders. Assesses patient's condition, reviews and considers patient's medical history in the plan development.
- Administers respiratory treatments and evaluates patient's physiological responses to therapy by monitoring vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry. Consults physician if adverse reactions occur; collaborates with RN, MD; recommends adjustments and modifications to treatment plan as appropriate. Reports pertinent observations to RN, physician and supervisor.
- Set up and operate devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Performs arterial punctures for the purpose of blood gas analysis; runs arterial blood gas test; reviews results and reports abnormal values to physician.
- Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently, ordering repairs when necessary.
- Responds to emergent situations and provides emergency care, including artificial respiration, external cardiac massage and assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
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Education:
Essential:
* Associate Degree
Education equivalent experience:
Essential:
* Health Science; AMA Accredited School of Respiratory Care
Other information:
Licenses Essential: Current license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of Florida.
Certifications Preferred: Certifications per department or hospital requirements and relevant policies
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