Respiratory Therapist (6pm-6:30am)

Job Summary
Performs various respiratory therapy treatments and procedures in the inpatient and outpatient setting as ordered by Medical Staff. Actively participates in the multi-disciplinary provision of care to patients/clients from day one to the older adult.
Sets up and operates various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and/or illness. Active member of the Rapid Assessment Team (RAT). Provides education and support to patients/clients. Utilizes the education, experience, and special training which has been acquired. Therapist may provide care in the home environment after completion of specialized training in this service. Pulmonary Function Testing is performed by those therapists trained in this form of respiratory testing.
Qualifications
Education:
AS degree required. Graduate of accredited school of Respiratory Care with a current license for Respiratory Care Practitioner from the State of Indiana. Registry and/or certification with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Training:
Successful completion of orientation skills checklist. CPR Provider-C required within 30 days of hire date. NALS successful completion required for therapist with primary function for inpatients. ACLS successful completion encouraged. For those providing Pulmonary Function Testing, achieving certification is encouraged.
Experience:
Previous experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a health care facility is preferred or to be a Respiratory Extern at Memorial Hospital.
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must have comprehensive knowledge of general respiratory care theories and practice. Must attend in services and continuing education opportunities within and outside of the hospital. Must maintain CEUs as outlined by the State of Indiana. Must maintain patient safety, infection control, and standard precautions.
Performance Requirements
Responsibility For:
Implementation of physician orders in regards to respiratory treatments and procedures. Therapist is responsible to maintain accurate and complete records of procedures performed. Maintain plan of care on the Meditech system. Adheres to the policies and procedures of the CardioPulmonary Department and the hospital. Utilizes knowledge base, experience and critical thinking skills to insure standard of care delivery to our clients. Responsible for monitoring and evaluating patient's response in procedures involving the delivery of medications (nebulized medications). Explains treatments and procedures to the patient and/or significant others to alleviate anxiety. Participates in the development and review of policies and procedures related to respiratory care. Active participation in Smoking Cessation education and other education needs of patients/client and other personnel. Active member of the RAT team. Maintain supplies in a cost-effective manner and adheres to staffing patterns that provide safe care and insure fiscal responsibility. Participates in cleaning the area and maintenance of the equipment utilized in the respiratory care environment. Participates in quality improvement. Performs other duties as assigned.
Environmental Conditions:
Works in the CardioPulmonary Services area and throughout the hospital facility where patient rooms are well-lighted, heated and ventilated. Has some exposure to disagreeable conditions in the hospital and home care.