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Respiratory Therapist RRT

Kindred Healthcare

#Patient Assessment #BLS #ACLS #Healthcare #Critical Care #PALS #Respiratory Therapy #RRT #EKG #NRP

Quick overview

The RRT delivers advanced respiratory care and manages mechanical ventilation for patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. They perform critical diagnostic procedures and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements summary

Requires a degree from an AMA-approved respiratory therapy program and RRT credentialing from the NBRC. Must hold a state license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP, with three years of experience preferred.

associate degreeprofessional certificateCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingPatient EducationCritical CareElectronic Medical RecordsClinical AssessmentVentilator ManagementEKG InterpretationArterial Blood Gas AnalysisPulmonary Function TestingBronchoscopy SupportEmergency Respiratory Support

Job description

Join St.
Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose.
As part of the ScionHealth network, St.
Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S.
News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia.
St.
Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services.
At St.
Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers advanced respiratory care for patients across the lifespan with both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.
The RRT performs critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages mechanical ventilation, and provides emergency respiratory support.
The RRT functions as a clinical expert and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
Essential Functions Independently manages ventilator settings based on patient condition, blood gases, and physician direction.
Performs advanced diagnostics such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support.
Assists with rapid response and code blue interventions.
Provides age-specific therapy to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
Educates patients and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management.
Leads or assists in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
Maintains documentation of all assessments, therapies, and outcomes in a timely manner.
Ensures proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of all respiratory equipment.
Participates in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Advanced clinical knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology, equipment, and treatment protocols.
Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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