Respiratory Therapist - 5K Sign On Bonus

Vivage is a senior health care solutions company dedicated to providing right care, right place, right time. We’re seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to administer safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by physicians, monitor mechanical ventilation, administer medications, and conduct patient assessments. Overview of the Role Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding hemodynamic monitoring ramifications, blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training. Key Responsibilities Competently deliver all Respiratory Care procedures as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual. Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all Respiratory Care procedures per department policy and procedures. Verify Respiratory Care physicians’ orders, including initial, date, and time after verification. Receive and give accurate and complete reports; update and complete patient profile card to reflect current clinical status. Attend and participate in department in‑service meetings, patient care rounds, and mandatory meetings. Keep supervisor apprised of changes in workload and patient acuity. Enter all daily services and charges given to patients. Demonstrate excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment; troubleshoot and resolve problems; perform effective airway management including bag/mask ventilation. Assist physician/intubation‑certified therapist with intubation and demonstrate safe suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiate and perform CPR; primarily responsible for airway management. Initiate, maintain, monitor, and document continuous mechanical ventilation. Provide timely and accurate updates to physicians and other hospital personnel; make recommendations for changes or modification of patient therapy. Assist in orientation and training of new employees, respiratory/nursing students, and precept new employees during orientation. Understand and institute advanced ventilator modalities. Effectively discuss advanced respiratory pathophysiology with physicians and implement changes based on patient condition. Perform arterial blood gas sampling. Initiate, maintain, and monitor ventilator patients. Evaluate chest x‑ray for endotracheal placement and other clinical conditions to optimize Respiratory Care delivery. Complete required continuous training and education, including department‑specific requirements. Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the unit. Education / Experience / Job Training Certification or Registry by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Current Certification of Respiratory Therapy or credential as Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Must maintain currency of NBRC, credential, ACLS Certification, BLS Certification, and State license. Experience in direct care of residents in a similar field. Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be a supportive team member. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents. Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team. Must be able to demonstrate excellent people skills and organizational skills. Must be well groomed and clean shaven (no beards, long hair, visible facial rings/piercings, tattoos). Benefits Medical insurance with Rx benefits. Dental insurance. Vision care. Paid vacation. Sign‑on bonus. Relocation assistance. Licensure reimbursement. #J-18808-Ljbffr