Respiratory Therapist (RT / RRT / CRT) NIGHTS
- Kindred Hospital Bay Area
- St. Petersburg Kindred Hospitals
- 3.
3 Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time | PRN 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Referral program Qualifications Working with respiratory therapy patients Respiratory therapy Respiratory Therapy RRT Ventilator BLS Certification ACLS Certification State-specific respiratory therapist license Critical care experience CRT RCP License Hospital experience Full Job Description We are looking for full time NIGHT shift Respiratory Therapists (RT / RRT / CRT) to join our St. Pete Team! Ask about our $20,000 Sign On Bonus for Full Time positions! We have Full Time, Part Time and PRN openings Apply today and chat with our recruiter to discus which opening is right for you! At our Kindred Hospitals we intubate, insert a-lines, perform procedures, mobilize vents, aggressive weaning, all aspects of airway care including changing out trachs. With our interdisciplinary team approach to care
- come and work where you can utilize your RT skills. Kindred Hospital Bay Area
- St.
Petersburg and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is a 95-bed hospital with 82 specialty hospital beds, we offer the same critical care that patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Comparably, our 13-bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness. Our team plays a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. We are located at 3030 6th Street South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705 south of downtown St. Petersburg where 4th Street turns into 6th Street, between 30th and 32nd Avenues, with easy access to public transit. Job Summary Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training. Essential Functions Competent delivery of all Respiratory Care procedures as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual. Work in all areas of the hospital. Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all Respiratory Care procedures per department policy and procedures. Enter into the department's computer all daily services and charges given to patients. Verify Respiratory Care physician's orders. Initial, date, and time order after verification. Receive and give accurate and complete report. Update and complete patient profile card to reflect patient's current clinical status. Be prepared and ready to receive/give report at the specified report times. Attend and participate in department in-services, meetings, patient care rounds, and mandatory hospital meetings. Keep Supervisor appraised of changes in workload and patient acuity. Demonstrate excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment. Perform troubleshooting with appropriate problem resolution. Perform effective airway management to include bag/mask ventilation. Assist physician/intubation certified therapist with intubation. Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiate and perform "CPR". Primarily responsible for airway management. Initiate, maintain, monitor and document continuous mechanical ventilation. Provide timely and accurate update information to the physicians and other hospital personnel. Make recommendations for changes or modification of patient therapy by contacting physicians. Assist in orientation/training of new employees, respiratory/nursing students, and precept new employees during orientation. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations. Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with residents, their families and other staff members. Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means to extent necessary to perform job duties appropriately. Understands principles of growth and development for the entire lifespan with the ability to provide care appropriate for adult and geriatric patients as appropriate to the patient population. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Reading and comprehension at level necessary to perform job duties appropriately. Must have good and regular attendance. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% Education As required for Registry by National Board of Respiratory Care Licenses/Certifications Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Appropriate licensure from state licensure agency. ACLS and BLS certification required Experience Minimum 1 year experience in acute care setting preferred.
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
