Bon Secours
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Southside Medical Center
Bon Secours, Virginia State University, Virginia, us, 23806
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Southside Medical Center
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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
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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Candidates accepting a full‑time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus. Rules & restrictions apply; ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign‑on bonuses.
Full‑time, Evenings/Nights (7 PM to 7 AM)
– Three twelves during the week with rotating weekends and holidays.
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 but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient’s response to therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
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 patient’s record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to the patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO₂’s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish the patient’s individual clinical needs; documents and observes patient’s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; uses judgment and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; checks orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultates prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes; ensures proper humidification.
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in‑depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.
May perform EKG’s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardio‑pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state where you are working (required)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (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 skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members
Good communication skills
Able to effectively work with diverse people
Good customer service skills
Good organizational skills and time management skills
Good oral and written communication
Able to receive feedback
Able to gather and interpret data
Accountability
Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing
Airway maneuvers
Bedside pulmonary function
Patient assessment
Patient education
Knowledge of chest suction equipment
Knowledge of chest X‑ray interpretation
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
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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
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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Candidates accepting a full‑time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus. Rules & restrictions apply; ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign‑on bonuses.
Full‑time, Evenings/Nights (7 PM to 7 AM)
– Three twelves during the week with rotating weekends and holidays.
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 but not limited to oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient’s response to therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
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 patient’s record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to the patient; modifies treatment procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers and spacers, etc.
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO₂’s with accurate inspired levels of oxygen.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy by first preparing the prescribed medication ordered by the physician and adjusting the machine or device to accomplish the patient’s individual clinical needs; documents and observes patient’s vital signs, productivity of cough, relief of dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions to therapy; uses judgment and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for appropriateness of therapy.
Gives postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions by use of manual or mechanical percussion; checks orders and X-rays for segments to be treated prior to initiating treatment; auscultates prior to and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage and clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes; ensures proper humidification.
Procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy or endotracheal / nasopharyngeal suctioning.
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has an in‑depth knowledge of analysis and arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation. Performs arterial line procedures, takes safety precautions, sterile procedure, flushing, and ABG aspirations.
May perform EKG’s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Maintains all Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardio‑pulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care/Healthcare Admin/Business Admin (preferred)
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state where you are working (required)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (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 skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members
Good communication skills
Able to effectively work with diverse people
Good customer service skills
Good organizational skills and time management skills
Good oral and written communication
Able to receive feedback
Able to gather and interpret data
Accountability
Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers
Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP/BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.
Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing
Airway maneuvers
Bedside pulmonary function
Patient assessment
Patient education
Knowledge of chest suction equipment
Knowledge of chest X‑ray interpretation
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
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