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Vibra Travels
Overview
The Respiratory Therapist sets up and operates respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illness, providing direct patient care including administering prescribed treatments and operating ventilators for patients incapable of spontaneous ventilation. Responsibilities also include performing diagnostic studies like blood gas analysis, maintaining equipment, and documenting all procedures and patient responses.
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3 months ago
The Respiratory Therapist will set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illness under physician direction, providing direct care to adult or geriatric patients.
The Respiratory Therapist sets up and operates respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illness in adult or geriatric patients, including administering prescribed treatments like nebulizers and managing ventilators. Responsibilities also involve performing diagnostic studies such as blood gas analysis, maintaining equipment, and participating in ventilator weaning processes.
The role involves providing direct nursing care to critically ill or medically complex patients, collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to create individualized care plans. Responsibilities also include monitoring patient progress, administering treatments, and educating patients and families.
