Respiratory Therapist - PRN NightsShawnee, KS

Respiratory Therapist AdventHealth Shawnee MissionAdventHealth Shawnee Mission has been providing faith-based, whole-person care to the Kansas City community since 1962. Our team members, physicians and volunteers extend the healing ministry of Christ each day through dedication to clinical excellence and uncommon compassion.As the largest health care provider in Johnson County, we touch lives throughout our community at our locations in Lenexa, Shawnee Mission and South Overland Park, and through our main campus AdventHealth Shawnee Mission in Merriam, which includes a cancer center, six physician office buildings and an associate child-care center. We're also proud to have more than 30 specialized physicians serving at 15 primary and urgent care locations.Joining our team means joining an important mission to serve others but can also serve your family well. Our team members enjoy superior health benefits, Magnet Recognition, tuition reimbursement, a generous Paid Days Off plan and support in achieving your personal health goals through our Associate Wellness Department.Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.Top Reasons To Work At AdventHealth Shawnee MissionProviding faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962Excellent health benefits, an onsite child care center and fitness facilityTuition reimbursement to support continuing educationEmployee Referral ProgramLargest health care provider in Johnson County with three campusesWork Hours/Shift: PRN nightsYou Will Be Responsible For:Incorporates patient, physician, customer needs and concerns into decision-making and organizational actionRespond to emergency situations immediately, perform appropriate patient assessment and intervention and replace emergency supplies in a timely mannerDemonstrate understanding of Code Blue and Rapid Response proceduresAssure code blue intubation and blade boxes are checked daily and after useAssures mandatory hospital and department competencies are done annually in a timely mannerDemonstrates ability to access department and Medical Center informationPerform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care planPerform ABG's and process according to department procedure, understand results and take appropriate actionReport critical values per hospital policyDemonstrates understanding of home equipment set-ups procedureFacilitators will be the "point person" on the shift, determine appropriate staffing and make sure everyone has what they need to ensure assigned work is completedFacilitators report questions or problems to the department directorFollows the "Standard of Behavior" guidelines per hospital policyFollows the AIDET model (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank) at all timesDemonstrates ability to operate bedside spirometry equipmentDemonstrates ability to initiate, maintain, and discontinue BIPAPDemonstrate ability to prepare for and assist with bronchoscopyDemonstrate proficiency with multiple devices i.e. EzPAP, Flutter Valve, PEP, Theravest/Smart Vest, Acapella and Incentive SpirometryDemonstrate ability to initiate and operate the Draeger VentilatorDemonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of the iVentDemonstrate ability to identify appropriate, initiate and document in hospital IPOCSDemonstrates understanding of the population we serve i.e. neonate/infant, geriatric, COPD, Pneumonia, Non-English SpeakingDemonstrate ability and proficiency to order. perform, confirm and post ECG's in patient's chartDemonstrate ability to set-up, implement therapy, wean appropriately and document completely on high flow oxygen systemsNICU RT's must be able to demonstrate and verbally answer trouble shooting questions on the Oxygen Analyzers, Oxygen Cannula with bubbler, Heated Cannula, Oxygen Hoods, SIPAP/CPAP, Babylog Ventilator, Surfactant delivery, suctioning, nursery rounding and equipment stockingWhen working at Prairie Star location, will assist with vital signs when neededIn Pulmonary Function Lab demonstrates knowledge of pulmonary function testing procedures/protocols and related equipmentQualificationsWhat You Will Need:Associate's Degree or Graduate of a Technical School requiredBachelor's Degree preferred1 Year of Experience required2 years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1 year of work experienceKansas Respiratory Therapist LicenseBLS through American Heart AssociationNRP if working in NICUJob Summary:The Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the hospital as outlined in Pulmonary Services procedure manual. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the routine as well as critical care modes of respiratory care. Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides recommendations and/or changes to care based on patient's current status.This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.Category: Respiratory ServicesOrganization: AdventHealth Shawnee MissionSchedule: Per DiemShift: 3 - NightReq ID: 25009917We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.