Reg Respiratory Therapist Part time
Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Nampa
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:GENERAL
SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:Provides general and emergency respiratory
therapy procedures to patients as directed by physicians and
protocols. - Procedures include, but are not limited to,
respiratory assessment, airway and ventilator management, bi-level
non-invasive ventilation management pulmonary diagnostics, delivery
of medicated aerosols, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion
therapy, intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, arterial line
placement, arterial sampling and ABG analysis and interpretation. -
Demonstrates the ability to assess changes in the patient's
clinical condition, make independent judgements, and modifies the
care as necessary according to departmental policies and approved
physician protocols. - Routinely make rounds with physicians in
critical care units. - Acts as preceptor, actively supports, and
constructively contributes to the development of new and existing
staff members.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:License
to practice respiratory care in the state they are performing
respiratory care services in (Idaho or Oregon). Registered as a
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory
Care (NBRC).Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers
certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network
is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in
ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS
Certification Crosswalk.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Knows, understands,
incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision,
and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Demonstrates
knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age
groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as
applicable). Revenue management: ensures the accuracy of
documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patients and modifies
care as necessary according to departmental standards and approved
physician protocols.Performs airway and ventilator management,
which includes assessment, application, intubation, monitoring, and
evaluation of modality for infants, pediatrics, adolescences and
adults. Performs arterial line insertions, ABG sticks, conducts ABG
analysis and interprets results. Completes all mandatory-training
requirements on time. Acts as preceptor to support and develop new
and existing RT employees. Assists the department manager with
Performance Improvement projects and other duties as needed.Our
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity Health is one of the
largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.
Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we
integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our
colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities,
and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and
inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care
for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status
as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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