Job Summary:

Under minimal direction,

Registered Respiratory Therapists :

implement and evaluate diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of residents with cardiopulmonary and related disorders; participate in the education of residents, staff, and physicians; provide technical support of all equipment related to the practice of respiratory Care; assist with general department functions.

Representative Job Duties:

(may vary from site to site) Continuous education of nursing staff on all respiratory procedures including trach care, sterile suction technique, aerosol therapy and oxygen usage. Frequent lectures and in-services to nursing staff on respiratory diseases and management plans. Implementing respiratory protocols according to department policies and procedures which include auditing respiratory medications and frequencies and recommending the appropriate therapy. Capping and decannulating trached residents according to department policy following physicians' orders. Provide general respiratory therapeutic services including oxygen therapy, bronchodilator therapy, airway maintenance therapy and non-invasive ventilation. Assessment of residents and recommendation of proper treatment plan. Bedside assessments of patient's in the hospital and in patient's residence Documentation of resident procedure. Education of residents/families with regard to disease process and treatment plan. Provide diagnostic respiratory services and non-invasive monitoring including pulse oximetry, incentive spirometry, and chest physiotherapy. Ensure facility is adequately stocked with respiratory supplies and equipment at all times

Skills & Abilities:

Critical thinking skills, self-direction, communication skills, organizational skills, basic computer skills and clinical competence for all age groups.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education:

Associate Degree program in Respiratory Care from JRCRTE/accredited institution.

Experience:

Minimum of two years.

License:

Current State license, Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist. Credentialed by the NBRC and BLS certification.