Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Benefits and perks Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Insurance* Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense) Our promise to you Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by extending the healing ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Shift and Schedule Shift: Full Time Work Schedule: Mon-Friday, 7:00PM – 7:00AM with some weekend Shift: 3 - Night Location 501 Redmond Rd, Rome, GA The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Redmond Role description The Respiratory Therapist I (entry level practitioner) performs all necessary routine respiratory care procedures associated with acute or critically ill neonatal, pediatric, or adult patient populations and is able to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. He/she initiates and maintains appropriate therapy, including life support technique and equipment. Provides preventative, supportive, and corrective interventions related to the cardio‑pulmonary system in assigned patient care areas in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and all applicable regulations and standards. Applies the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate interactions with staff, patients, and families of all ages. Minimum competency in all applicable clinical skills must be demonstrated and maintained. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Adheres to AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities Proactively initiates process improvement ideas. Supports hospital and department mission, goals, and department metrics. Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies on a continual basis. Documents and charges for procedures neatly, accurately, thoroughly, and completely to ensure quality standards set by the department and hospital. Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed. Performs airway maintenance including proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, airway suctioning. Properly utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and conferring with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol. Performs respiratory therapies and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol. Qualifications The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed : Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Technical/Vocational School High School Grad or GED Equal Opportunity Statement We 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC