Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN, NMMC Gilmore-Amory

Job description

Therapeutic Modalities:

Ventilatory management, recommend and administer therapeutic regime. Airway Management.

Diagnostic:

Assess and perform acid base, ventilation, oxygenation, quality control and diagnostic procedures.

Assessment:

Clinical and physical assessment to assure individualized patient focused therapy.

Documentation:

Maintain records to provide complete clinical information and assure accurate patient charting and charging.

Equipment:

Select, assemble, assure proper function and perform quality control while maintaining infection control.

Education:

The incumbent will serve as an instructor to students and individuals or groups upon request Job Knowledge Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this credential must be maintained with the NBRC. The incumbent must maintain a valid and current Respiratory Care Practitioner License in the state in which the facility is located . This position must demonstrate the knowledge and skill to care for a wide range of patients, including; infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Primarily caring for adults. New incumbents must complete hospital orientation as well as Respiratory Care Department specific orientation