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Respiratory Therapist Full-time Nights 10k Bonus

Kindred Healthcare

#BLS #ACLS #RRT #Respiratory Therapist #Tracheostomy #NBRC #Bronchoscopy #CRT #Decannulation #Sign-on bonus

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care, including mechanical ventilation, airway management, and patient assessment. They must also maintain accurate documentation, perform diagnostic procedures, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a current Respiratory Therapy license and possess a CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC. Additionally, current BLS and ACLS certifications are required, with at least one year of experience preferred.

professional certificateTroubleshootingDocumentationCPRIntubationPatient educationPatient assessmentMechanical ventilationClinical careHemodynamic monitoringAirway managementPulse oximetryRespiratory careTracheostomy careArterial blood gas samplingVentilator weaning

Job description

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for new hires!
Kindred Hospital Philadelphia is a 52-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period.
We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.
We are located within a neighborhood close to Lawncrest recreational center and park.
Job Summary Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training.
Essential Functions Competent delivery of Respiratory Care procedures in all areas of the hospital as outlined in the Respiratory Care policies, procedures and protocols Maintain accurate and complete documentation and charge capture of all Respiratory Care procedures Develop, document and maintain respiratory care elements of the patient plan of care Verify and initiate all physician orders for Respiratory Care Demonstrate competency and working knowledge of all Respiratory Care instruments and equipment Perform troubleshooting, problem resolution and proper disinfection/sterilization Initiate, monitor and maintain oxygen/aerosol delivery devices and non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation devices Perform effective airway management including oral/nasal airway placement, bag/mask ventilation, intubation and/or intubation assistance, emergent and scheduled tracheostomy tube changes Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways Initiate and perform "CPR" Perform tracheostomy, endotracheal tube and oral care Implement one way speaking valve trials per physician order Assist physician with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures Complete initial and ongoing decannulation risk assessments with appropriate interventions and documentation Perform and document timely Spontaneous Breathing Trial assessments for weaning readiness Initiate and advance mechanical ventilator weaning per protocol Actively participate in the multidisciplinary early patient mobility program Perform pulse oximetry and carbon dioxide gas monitoring.
Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis.
Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required.
Perform and document patient and family teaching/education.
Provide and receive accurate and complete patient handoff reports.

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