RESPIRATORY THERAPY- CRT- NIGHTS

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapy Department

PRN positions available

(These positions are required to work both day and night shifts, weekends and holidays)
Job Summary:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Department Specific Responsibilities:

Exercises concern for patient's welfare.
Prepares and administers patient medications.
Provides oxygen administration.
Performs emergency procedures
Monitors appropriate record systems. Trouble shoots procedures and equipment.

Education Requirements:
Must be a graduate of an AMA approved school of respiratory therapy.
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
Must be a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Mississippi. Must be registered as an CRT or an RRT with the NBRC. Must maintain certifications in BLS and ACLS.
Experience/Qualification Skills:
Ability to read and interpret physician's orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
Reasoning Ability:
Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, visitors, and staff. Critical thinking is a must. Must have reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do.