Respiratory Care Pract PRN Position Available In Trousdale, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Respiratory Care Pract PRN position involves examining patients with breathing-related conditions, conducting diagnostic testing, consulting with physicians to develop treatment plans, performing physiotherapy and other treatments, and educating patients on medication use. This role requires critical thinking skills, a Respiratory Therapy certification or degree, and the ability to work independently in a stressful environment. The employer is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, encouraging diversity in candidates.
Job Description
Job Summary:
Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications. PRN/As needed
Job Duties:
Measures lung capacity and collects specimen for arterial blood gases Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Procedures/Treatments include, but not limited to the following: aerosol treatments, continuous nebulizers, incentive spirometry, IPPB, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, EKGs, exercise tolerance test, holter monitoring, CPAP/BiPAP, ventilator, HiVNI and Vest Therapy Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices. Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment. Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources. Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders. Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment. Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines. Handle with Care participation annually or CPI participation every 2 years.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Education Certification or Degree in Respiratory Therapy required Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of employment, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 12 months of employment
License:
Current TN RRT or CRT licensure Minimum Work Experience Six months to one year experience in Respiratory preferred. New graduates will be considered. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
