Calhoun, Michigan

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 managing ventilators for patients incapable of adequate spontaneous ventilation. Responsibilities also include performing diagnostic studies like blood gas analysis, maintaining equipment, and documenting all procedures and patient responses.

Overview

The Respiratory Therapist sets up and operates respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illness under physician direction, providing direct care to adult or geriatric patients.

Overview

The Respiratory Therapist will set up and operate respiratory care equipment for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory illnesses 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.

Overview

The role involves providing direct nursing care to critically ill or medically complex patients in a specialized Long-Term Acute Care setting. This includes collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans, monitor progress, administer treatments, and educate patients and families.