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Respiratory Therapist (PRN/Alternating Shifts)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.

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Part Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 11 days ago

Location

Lafayette, Indiana

Quick overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist manages the diagnosis and treatment of patients with pulmonary disorders using various testing techniques. Responsibilities include operating mechanical ventilators, administering inhaled medications, and educating patients on disease management.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care and a valid State Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Required certifications include RRT from the NBRC, as well as BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association.

high schoolassociate degreeprofessional certificatePatient EducationCare ManagementMechanical VentilationElectrocardiogramsPulmonary Function TestsInhaled Medication AdministrationTreatment Plan AdjustmentHigh-Frequency Oscillatory VentilationArterial Blood Gas TestsSurfactant Delivery

Job description

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 The Registered Respiratory Therapist oversees the diagnosis, treatment, and care management of patients with pulmonary disorders at Franciscan.
This position uses a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in diagnosing disorders, and determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders.
WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community.
Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence.
With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest.
Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Set up and operate mechanical ventilators using invasive or non-invasive procedures Administer high frequency jet ventilation (HFJV), high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV), and conventional methods to deliver nitric oxide to patients.
Administers inhaled medications to patients, such as SABA, LABA, LAMA, ICS, antibiotics, and other prescribed inhaled medications.
Educate patients and their caregivers about their conditions, and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises or the use of medications or respiratory equipment.
Conduct special procedures including electrocardiograms (EKGs), arterial blood gas tests (ABG), pulmonary function tests and surfactant delivery.
Ensure proper functioning and appropriate utilization of Respiratory Therapy equipment in use by patients Evaluate patients' response to therapy and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
QUALIFICATIONS Required Associate's Degree Resp Care Required High School Diploma/GED Required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Required Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - State Licensing Board Respiratory Care Practitioner license TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings.
Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

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