Respiratory Care Associate (PRN)

PRN-Respiratory Care Associate

The PRN-Respiratory Care Associate under the guidance of the Supervisor, Department Director/Manager, and Medical Director performs the duties necessary to deliver inhaled medications and oxygen medical gases utilizing treatment and oxygen delivery devices.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be currently enrolled in a full-time Respiratory Therapy program OR within 6 months post-graduation with a South Carolina temporary respiratory therapy license.

Or recent Respiratory program graduate in process of obtaining SC RCP License and passing NBRC Respiratory boards.

Experience

Has completed at minimum one semester of class through Respiratory Therapy program.

Must complete an in-house department orientation and competency training.

License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time Respiratory Student in an approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Or recent Respiratory program graduate in process of obtaining SC RCP License and passing NBRC Respiratory boards.

Preferred Experience

Has completed enough clinical rotations through Respiratory Therapy program, to qualify as a 2nd year student.

Must complete an in-house department orientation and competency training.

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification

Core Job Responsibilities

Delivery of oxygen to maintain oxygen saturations according to our Oxygen Protocol.

Administer respiratory inhaled medications for patients in general care areas.

Perform EKG tracings according to policy and procedures and upload to Epiphany Cardio Serve software.

Assist with stocking Respiratory supply areas as requested.

Other duties as assigned

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System