Crt/rrt, certified or registered respiratory therapist - sulphur springs prn

Description Summary:Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.Responsibilities:Meets expectations of the applicable One CHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Include, but are not limited to:Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;Delivery of aerosolized drugs;Ventilator management (i. E.: setup and operation);Oral hygiene;Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;Airway support device management including Bi PAP and CPAP devices;Oxygen deliverydevices and therapeutic monitoring;Chest film analysis;Bloodgas collection and analysis;EKG analysis;Accurate and complete documentation;Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;Participate in CAP and JC surveys.RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.Advanced practice skills may include:Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and He O2;Pulmonary Function Testing;Bronchoscopy assist;Hemodynamic Monitoring;Waveform analysis;Nocturnal Sp O2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);Job Requirements:Education/Skills See licensure and/or certification requirements Experience 2 – 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRCP License in the state of employment requiredBLS requiredCRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) requiredWork Schedule:7 PM - 7 AMWork Type:Per Diem As Needed