Respiratory Therapist RRT, PRN, Part time, or Full Time

Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Respiratory Therapist, We need You
Our skilled nursing facility, located in West Newton, is launching a pulmonary program that caters to our residents and future residents’ pulmonary and cardiac needs. Our pulmonary program has had a highly effective impact on preventing rehospitalizations, maintaining or improving ADLs, and reducing risk of pulmonary infection. Policies and processes have been created so we can have a proactive focus on bettering the lives we serve. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, licensed in the State of Massachusetts, with a love of servant leadership. Alongside the Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist, the RT will execute treatments and interventions necessary to create an atmosphere of health and wellbeing establishing tangible goals and tracking the progress of those we steward!

Under the supervision of the Pulmonary Program Coordinator, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, department policies and procedures, and state and federal guidelines.

Maintains knowledge of the varying aspects of all things pulmonary as allowed within the therapist scope and licensure of the long-term care facility.

Administers respiratory therapy treatments and interventions, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.

Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate nursing contact for intervention.

Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures and maintains effective infection control.

Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any extension of the Pulmonary Program. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on residents of varying acuity, age, and life station.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.

Maintains thorough knowledge of hazards of oxygen therapy.

Formulates care plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning, Patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate.

Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and that physician orders and facility policy is followed.

Obtains appropriate program-specific education and training.

In charge therapist role, is responsible for the daily operation of the shift, including work assignments, troubleshooting, responding to emergencies, and liaison with nurses, Director of Nursing, the Administrator and Physicians.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from PPC or NHA.

Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Complies with State and Federal Guidelines, along with Organizational Policies and Procedures.

Complies with Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines.

Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Possesses and maintains an active RRT credential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. J-18808-Ljbffr Sweetwater Care