Ephraim McDowell Health·Stanford, Kentucky
The Respiratory Therapist plans, provides, and directs care and teaching for patients and families based on physician orders and established standards. This role involves direct patient care, performing required respiratory care functions, and potentially serving as the Charge Therapist.
The Respiratory Therapist is a professional care giver under the direction of the Systems Director Respiratory Services or designee, who utilizes physician’s orders and standards, plans, provides and directs care and teaching of patients and families.
Must be able to perform functions required of the Respiratory Care Provider including: medication administration, documentation, education of disease process, collaboration with other healthcare providers, maintain infection control and safety standards, technical skills within the scope of practice, and critical thinking.
The Respiratory Therapist will participate in direct patient care.
Responsible for leadership of self and others and functions as the Charge Therapist when designated.
Adheres to the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care Scope of Practice.
Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).
One (1) year experience in Respiratory Care preferred.
Candidates must adhere to the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care Scope of Practice and exhibit core organizational values. One year of experience in Respiratory Care is preferred.
Market context
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