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Respiratory Therapist

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy

#BLS #ACLS #Healthcare #PALS #Hospital #RRT #Respiratory Therapist #NRP #NBRC #CRT

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The Respiratory Therapist performs specialized respiratory care, including ventilator management and diagnostic procedures, while monitoring patient responses and documenting care in medical records. They also provide instruction to patients and families and assume charge responsibilities in the supervisor's absence.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy and be a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with the ability to obtain RRT status within one year. Active licensure in Nebraska or Iowa and certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP are required.

associate degreePatient educationMedical record documentationPatient assessmentVentilator managementMechanical ventilationDiagnostic proceduresChest PTTrauma servicesEmergency servicesPhysiological monitoringCritical care proceduresArterial blood gasesNebulizer treatmentOxygen therapiesExternal ventilation supportPulmonary function assessments

Job description

Where You’ll Work At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging. Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RRTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support.Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations.To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem-solving abilities will drive success in this vital role. **
Up to $15,000 New Hire sign-on Bonus and up to $10,000 Loan Forgiveness **
Performs basic respiratory care and develops plans for the delivery of Respiratory Therapy as directed by physicians or protocols and implements in a timely manner. Promotes a positive quality work environment in the provision of quality patient care. In accordance with established policies, administers and monitors critical care procedures such as mechanical ventilation, physiological monitoring, and diagnostic procedures. Performs assessment of the patient, determining needs related to therapy modality, frequency, and duration of the treatment regime ordered by the MD based on patient’s age, cognitive and physician abilities, and/or developmental needs. Is responsible for the communication to the physician of pertinent patient evaluation data. Makes recommendations for changes in specific modes of therapy. Authorized to make entries in the medical record, consistent with and limited to the scope of the job duties and any applicable licensure. Observes the response of the patients to therapy, evaluated and records in the patient’s medical record. Immediately reports adverse reactions. Provides instruction to patients, family, staff, and students about theory, therapy, and equipment used in Respiratory Therapy procedures and techniques, and documents such as required. Provides instruction and referral for Home Care patients and their families/care givers using language and materials appropriate for age, cognitive, and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs. Assumes charge person responsibilities in the supervisor’s absence. Assigns work load, based on staff’s level of competency. Job Requirements Required: Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Respiratory program Certified CRT by NBRC and obtain RRT within 1 year upon hire Active license in the state of Nebraska and/or Iowa as a Respiratory Care Practitioner BLS through AHA required ACLS certification within 3 months of hire, PALS within 6 months, and NRP within 9 months

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