A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Lincoln, 7a-7p (24 hrs) Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital - 3.8 Lincoln, NE Job Details Part-time 18 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Customer communication BLS Certification State-specific respiratory therapist license
RCP License Full Job Description Job ID:
0007JN Lincoln-Madonna Main Campus RT-MRH Agency Staff-LNK Part Time - Day Job Description $5,000 Sign On Bonus
RESPONSIBILITIES
: Responsible for assessing, planning, providing and evaluating diagnostic/therapeutic respiratory care procedures and monitoring for patients with pulmonary disorders. Patient caseload may include infants, pediatrics, adolescents and adults Compiles, computes, analyzes, compares and coordinates patient information to establish, evaluate and document patient information and goals to plan and execute care delivery. Analyzes and coordinates research data to contribute current information to patients' plans of care. Compiles billable procedure, equipment and supply charges to ensure accuracy on patients' accounts. Participates in compiling, computing and analyzing performance improvement information, and implementing practice changes to improve care delivery. Delivers/performs therapeutic/diagnostic patient care and procedures in accordance with hospital/departmental policies/procedures to patients as needed in all Madonna programs as ordered by a physician. This includes but is not limited to: ventilator and tracheostomy patient management, inhaled medication delivery, oxygen therapy, bronchial hygiene techniques, CPAP/BiPAP therapy, emergency care, arterial blood gases, etc. Conducts thorough pulmonary assessment and collaborates/communicates effectively with staff, patients, families, and other health care providers to arrive at decisions for the benefit of patients in an interdisciplinary setting through goal setting, progress reporting and being a patient advocate. Instructs patients and/or caregivers on the use of equipment necessary in respiratory care to promote independence.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong commitment & dedication to Madonna and the patients we serve Friendly, caring and professional demeanor to achieve an excellent patient/customer experience for individuals going through difficult experiences Excellent communication skills Ability to learn quickly and adapt to challenging situations Desire to make a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and their families
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
: Graduate of a COARC-approved program of Respiratory Care required. Must possess valid Nebraska Respiratory Therapy license and CPR for Health Care Provider/CPR for Professional Rescuer. Registration by the National Board for Respiratory Care, ACLS certification and applicable work experience preferred. Requirements The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.
