Night Respiratory Therapist - Every 3rd weekend $20K Sign-on available

Respiratory Therapist I

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Respiratory Therapist I is a health care professional who is a graduate of a Program in Respiratory Care approved by the committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Therapist I performs a variety of clinical activities in the assessment, treatment and education of the patient with respiratory problems. The Therapist I actively supports and serves as a resource to the other members of the patient care team. The Therapist I supports departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement efforts. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Clinical Application of Respiratory Care: Functions efficiently, resourcefully and skillfully in providing patients optimum age-specific respiratory care.
• Documentation and Written Communication: Contributes to effective communication within the department through documentation of services administered, changes in patients clinical status, and therapeutic objectives.
• Consultation and Collaboration and Oral Communication: Communicates clearly and appropriately with co-workers. Demonstrates a cooperative team spirit, effectively contributing to excellence of patient care.
• Self-Development, Professionalism and Leadership - Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competency through continuing education, professional growth, and development.

Qualifications

Education

Graduation from an accredited program of Respiratory Care, current active license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC Registry Examination eligibility. NBRC Registration, Bachelor of Science Degree preferred. Respiratory therapists employed by YNHH effective 9/12/2012 as a result of the acquisition of the Hospital of Saint Raphael may meet educational requirements with an active CT license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and demonstration of current competencies.

Experience

This is an entry level position for new grads plus those with some experience in critical care or neonatal environments.

Licensure

CT RCP License

Special Skills

Competent in the basic operation and application of respiratory care equipment. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer literacy on a PC.