Respiratory Therapist

Gloucester, Virginia Overview The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for the planning, executing and evaluating the total Respiratory Care of assigned patients. The Respiratory Care Practitioner utilizes current evidence based Respiratory Care Practice to care for each patient based on the physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Works under the direction of the leadership team to provide respiratory services in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health System and facility goals and strategic plans. Responsible for assuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, and supports best practices as recommended by the American Association of Respiratory Care. What You Will Do Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, implementing, and evaluating the treatment and procedures that contribute to the Respiratory Care Plan. Completes all documentation and assures all orders are current, completed or discontinued. Participates and assists in meetings, projects and in-services relative to improvement of RHS Respiratory Care Services. Utilizes proper infection control techniques in performance of duties and in accordance with departmental procedures. Works with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans and evaluates progress of the treatment. Qualifications Education Associates Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Required) Bachelors Degree, Respiratory Therapy or Related Field (Preferred) Experience 1 year Respiratory Therapist experience (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) RCP License with the Virginia Department of Health Professions Upon Hire (Required) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire (Required) CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire (Required) ACLS Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 1 Year (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr