Bon Secours
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Southside Medical Center - PRN
Bon Secours, Virginia State University, Virginia, us, 23806
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Southside Medical Center – PRN
Bon Secours is inviting applicants for the Respiratory Therapist (RRT) position at Southside Medical Center. As a Bon Secours associate, you will be part of a mission that matters and receive benefits that grow with you.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For information about our affirmative action plan or for reasonable accommodations, please email recruitment@mercy.com.
Job Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures, including oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors patient response and makes recommendations to modify therapy as needed.
Essential Functions
May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
Assesses patient’s physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in the record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals (e.g., IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers).
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO 2
with accurate inspired oxygen levels.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy, documents patient’s vital signs and evaluates response.
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions; checks orders and X‑rays before initiating treatment.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometry, metered dose inhaler (MDI), postural drainage, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; ensures proper humidification.
Procures sputum for culture or performs airway clearance (mucolytics, aerosol therapy, suctioning).
Evaluates laboratory values, performs arterial punctures and blood gas analysis, and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardiopulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Health Care, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration (preferred).
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment (required)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential (required)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred)
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred)
Valid Driver’s License (required for Home Care/DME)
Experience
Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred)
6 months Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Good customer service, organizational, and time‑management skills.
Proficiency with non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters, end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers, CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, high‑flow oxygen, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
Knowledge of EKG, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, airway maneuvers, bedside pulmonary function, patient education, and chest X‑ray interpretation.
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
Seniority, Employment Type, Job Function Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For information about our affirmative action plan or for reasonable accommodations, please email recruitment@mercy.com.
Job Summary The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures, including oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors patient response and makes recommendations to modify therapy as needed.
Essential Functions
May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
Assesses patient’s physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior and reviewing existing data in the record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals (e.g., IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers).
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO 2
with accurate inspired oxygen levels.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy, documents patient’s vital signs and evaluates response.
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions; checks orders and X‑rays before initiating treatment.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometry, metered dose inhaler (MDI), postural drainage, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; ensures proper humidification.
Procures sputum for culture or performs airway clearance (mucolytics, aerosol therapy, suctioning).
Evaluates laboratory values, performs arterial punctures and blood gas analysis, and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardiopulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Health Care, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration (preferred).
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment (required)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential (required)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred)
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred)
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred)
Valid Driver’s License (required for Home Care/DME)
Experience
Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred)
6 months Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred)
Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Good customer service, organizational, and time‑management skills.
Proficiency with non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters, end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers, CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, high‑flow oxygen, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
Knowledge of EKG, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, airway maneuvers, bedside pulmonary function, patient education, and chest X‑ray interpretation.
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
Seniority, Employment Type, Job Function Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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