Therapist-Respiratory Certified PRN

Job SummaryProvides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Certified Respiratory Therapist demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential CRT. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other job duties as assigned.ResponsibilitiesAssesses the patient,Implements the plan of care.Evaluates the plan of care.Administers medications as prescribed.Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.Provides clinical leadershipSupports life long learningCompletes assigned goalsSpecificationsExperienceMinimum Required* Current state license.* Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice.Preferred/Desired1 year hospital experience.EducationMinimum Required* Current state license.* State licensure and/or "CRT" credential in accordance with the National Board of Respiratory Care.Preferred/DesiredTrainingMinimum Required* Successful completion of Hospital and Departmental orientation.Preferred/DesiredSpecial SkillsMinimum Required* Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system and Microsoft Office.Preferred/DesiredLicensureMinimum Required* BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;CRT* Successful completion of entry level exam for RCPs. ABG endorsed, if applicable.Preferred/DesiredACLSPALSNRP