Registered Respiratory Therapist- Per Diem Variable

About the role

Perform all aspects and modalities of Respiratory Care to Health System patients per department guidelines. Respond to resuscitation situations and other respiratory emergencies when needed. Maintain and complete appropriate documentation in patients' charts and departmental records. Perform as charge therapist when necessary. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Administer continuous oxygen and continuous bland aerosol therapy per department guidelines Perform intermittent therapy and diagnostic procedures per department guidelines Access patient medication from the Medication Security Area to implement Respiratory Care per hospital and departmental policies and procedures Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation and completes appropriate documentation Provide airway management, ventilation and closed chest compression as necessary during emergency resuscitation and perform intubations after receiving approval Assess patient condition and response to respiratory care so recommendations can be made when necessary and establish protocols are followed Initiate and maintain monitoring equipment that are the responsibility of the Respiratory Care Department Perform as charge therapists in the absence of a supervisor Knowledgeable in the use of equipment and treatment modalities for patients of all ages Charge for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX system Other duties as assigned