Respiratory Therapist Registered

Overview As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you believe in treating the whole person, and not just the disease or illness, going beyond nebulizers, inhalers and ventilators. Cardiopulmonary disorders are life-challenging and as a registered respiratory therapist, you understand arterial puncture or cannulation, artificial airway types and sizes, initial ventilatory settings for mechanical ventilation, ventilator changes based on established parameters and patient assignments to staff based on skills inventory. You empathize with the feeling of "I can’t breathe" from a child suffering with asthma to an elderly patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Respiratory struggles can be debilitating exhausting, so you do more than administer treatment. You go beyond...calming anxiety, easing fear, and letting your inner light shine. Responsibilities Demonstrate proficiency in critical and general care procedures including patient assessment, ventilator management, arterial punctures, code III response, bronchoscopy assistance, intubation, monitoring equipment, airway management, endo/nasotracheal suctioning, arterial line placement, aerosol therapy, IPPB, CPT, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, aerochamber/inhaler, and peak flow meters. Organize and set priorities while assuring safe operation of all equipment needed for patient care and procedures within the established guidelines and timeframes. Manage equipment/supply needs appropriately. Demonstrate quality improvement commitment through accurate monitoring, documentation, and incidents. Participate in planning and problem solving. Adhere to BSI policies at all times. Perform treatments using aseptic technique when required. Follow, instruct and enforce others on infection control policies and procedures. Maintain a safe environment for everyone recognizing and taking action to correct unsafe conditions utilizing proper channels of communication. Communicate information regarding treatments ensuring patient's or family members understanding, comprehension and active participation. Qualifications Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Current American Heart Association certifications (BLS, CPR) Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Shift Nights (United States of America) Benefits Sign-On Bonus Available Equal Opportunity Employer Statement LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr