Christus Health
Description Summary: Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Emergency (Code Blue and White) response; Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation); Oral hygiene; Chest film analysis; Bloodgas collection and analysis; Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary; Participate in CAP and JC surveys. RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader Advanced practice skills may include: Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2; Pulmonary Function Testing; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Waveform analysis; Polysomnography; Education/Skills See licensure and/or certification requirements Experience 1 - 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RT or RCP License in state of employment required BLS required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required Position Requirements: Education/Skills None Experience None Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required Current PALS certification required Current NRP certification required Work Schedule: Varies Work Type: Per Diem As Needed