Respiratory Therapist II PRN
Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Boise
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:GENERAL
SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:Provides general and emergency respiratory
therapy procedures to patients as directed by physicians and
protocols. - Procedures include, but are not limited to,
respiratory assessment, airway and ventilator management, bi-level
non-invasive ventilation management pulmonary diagnostics, delivery
of medicated aerosols, bronchial hygiene therapy, lung expansion
therapy, intubation, CPR, bronchoscopy assistance, arterial line
placement, arterial sampling and ABG analysis and interpretation.
-Demonstrates the ability to assess changes in the patient's
clinical condition, make independent judgements, and modifies the
care as necessary according to departmental policies and approved
physician protocols. - Routinely make rounds with physicians in
critical care units. - Acts as preceptor, actively supports and
constructively contributes to the development of new and existing
staff members.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:License
to practice respiratory care in the state they are performing
respiratory care services in (Idaho or Oregon). Registered as a
Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory
Care (NBRC).Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers
certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network
is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in
ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS
Certification Crosswalk.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Knows, understands,
incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision,
and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Demonstrates
knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age
groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as
applicable). Revenue management: ensures the accuracy of
documenting services and supplies provided to the
patients.Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patients and
modifies care as necessary according to departmental standards and
approved physician protocols. Performs airway and ventilator
management, which includes assessment, application, intubation,
monitoring, and evaluation of modality for infants, pediatrics,
adolescences and adults. Performs arterial line insertions, ABG
sticks, conducts ABG analysis and interprets results. Completes all
mandatory-training requirements on time. Acts as preceptor to
support and develop new and existing RT employees. Assists the
department manager with Performance Improvement projects and other
duties as needed.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity
Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare
systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and
Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all
that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences,
customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best
selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most
accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law.
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