Respiratory Care Assistant-Cardiopulmonary (PRN)

Job DescriptionAshe Memorial Hospital is committed to its mission:"To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care."The organization has been recognized as Ashe's Best Place to Work for four consecutive years (2022-2025), reflecting its dedication to excellence in patient care and employee engagement. Ashe Memorial Hospital provides a collaborative environment where healthcare professionals are supported in delivering exceptional clinical outcomes within a community-focused setting.Position SummaryThe Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. The incumbent is responsible for performing a range of general respiratory care procedures, including but not limited to oxygen administration, respiratory treatments, suctioning, and arterial blood gas punctures.This position requires the ability to provide age-appropriate care across the patient lifespan, including neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdminister routine respiratory therapy treatments in accordance with established clinical protocolsMonitor and document patient vital signs, breath sounds, and oxygen saturation levelsPerform non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of careInstruct patients in therapeutic breathing techniques, including coughing and deep breathing exercisesIdentify and promptly report changes in patient condition or clinical concerns to appropriate personnelRecognize and respond to emergent clinical situations within scope of practiceOperate respiratory care equipment in compliance with departmental policies and proceduresMaintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities and charge recordsCommunicate patient status and care updates to incoming staff to ensure continuity of careDeliver care consistent with age-specific guidelines, integrating developmental considerations into assessment, planning, and implementationMaintain competency in age-specific patient care practicesMinimum QualificationsEducation:High School diploma or GED requiredCurrent enrollment, in good standing, in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care programSuccessful completion of at least one year of the programExperience:Minimum of one (1) year of respiratory care experience in a student capacityLicensure and Certifications:Current registration with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) as a Respiratory Care Assistant (required)Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification (required)Successful completion of all required competency evaluationsBenefitsEligible employees may participate in the organization's benefits program beginning the first day of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy. Additional details are available through the Human Resources department.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAshe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. The organization complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable performance of essential job functions without compromising patient care.