Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the performance of respiratory therapy and associated diagnostics to patients and residents in the inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. Carries out the responsibilities and duties of a Respiratory Therapist and performs all modalities of respiratory therapy care common to the field, according to established plans of care and at the direction of the treating provider.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Duties include maintaining knowledge in all equipment pertaining to respiratory care and the ability to operate them efficiently, ventilators included.
• Must be able to interpret blood gases and adjust therapy accordingly.
• Must be able to perform tracheostomy tube changes, and conduct electrocardiograms.
• Must be able to operate other clinical equipment in the care of patients. Care/equipment may include, but is not limited to: suction and pulmonary function testing.
• Maintains, cleans, calibrates, and assesses the proper function of all equipment in the department.
• Effectively educates and communicates with patients and their family members, concerns regarding their respiratory-related disease process, and the proper use of related equipment/medication.
• Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct reports

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• Requires a Bachelor's or Associate Degree through an accredited school of respiratory care
• Requires Registry by National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and Minnesota State Registration
• Must obtain BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS certificate within first year in the position
• Must be competent in all respiratory therapy treatments including, but not limited to: nebulizer, ventilator use and maintenance, Acapella, ECG completion, pulmonary function testing, EEG testing, tracheotomy care, MDI use and instruction, spirometry, oxygen administration, and assessments
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, & Cerner

Preferred:

• Previous respiratory care experience is preferred, but not required

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

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