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Cape Fear Valley Health

Temporary Supplemental Reg/Cert Respiratory Therapist

Cape Fear Valley Health, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305

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Overview

Temporary Supplemental Reg/Cert Respiratory Therapist – Cape Fear Valley Health Summary: Performs all aspects and modalities of Respiratory Care to Health System patients per department guidelines. Responds to resuscitation situations and other respiratory emergencies when needed. Maintains and completes appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records. Performs as charge therapist when necessary. Facility and Location

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Fayetteville, North Carolina Department and Work Details

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Variable (United States of America) 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 complete appropriate documentation Provide airway management, ventilation, and closed chest compression as necessary during emergency resuscitation Perform intubations after receiving approval Assess patient condition and respond to respiratory care needs, ensuring 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 Charges for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX system Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job: Education And Formal Training

Graduate of a COARC approved Respiratory Care Program required Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) required Licensed by the NCRCB required BCLS certified by the American Heart Association required Work Experience

Clinical experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

Understanding of medical terminology and current respiratory care modalities Ability to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guests Knowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups to provide appropriate care and intervention Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate orally Manual dexterity to operate and assemble equipment Visual acuity Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time Ability to position and move patients Ability to push heavy equipment to patients’ bedsides May involve contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials Required Licenses And Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Job Listings and Related Roles

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