Sr Respiratory Therapist - PRN / Intermittent

We are recruiting for a motivated Sr Respiratory Therapist - PRN / Intermittent to join our team!

We are here for life's journey.

Where is your life journey taking you?

Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all :

Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.

Department

Respiratory Therapy

The Respiratory Therapy department provides protocolized therapist driven care in our Level I Trauma Center, Severe Acuity Medical Cardiac ICU, Level 3B Neonatal ICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Emergency Rooms and tertiary centers of Denver Health. Patients come from throughout the region to be cared for in our hospital. The RT department is equipped with all the necessities, technology, and emergency equipment for providing the full spectrum of care to the most critically ill and injured patients. Our patient population consists of the critically ill of all ages. The ECLS / ECMO program is staffed only by trained RTs. Our RT to patient ratios consistently allow for comprehensive are averaging 1 : 6 RT to ventilator.

• Respiratory Therapists are eligible for highly competitive shift differentials, and advancement ability through a career ladder with additional compensation.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, administers safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by a physician, with emphasis in critical care areas. Monitors mechanical ventilation, administers medications and performs patient assessment. Understands ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, arterial blood gas analysis, and other complex physiologic data.

Essential Functions :

Performs effective airway management to include bag / mask ventilation. Assist physician with endotracheal intubation.

Demonstrates safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways.

Initiates and performs CPR. Primarily responsible for airway management during emergent situations.

Performs arterial blood gas analysis in accordance with CLIA and CAP regulations.

Evaluates chest x-ray for endotracheal tube placement and other conditions for optimizing delivery of Respiratory Care.

Administers oxygen through a variety of oxygen delivery devices.

Delivers aerosol therapy including small volume nebulizers and large volume nebulizers.

Performs pulmonary hygiene therapy.

Provides noninvasive ventilator support to intubated and non-intubated patients.

Assists with in-house transport of patients.

Effectively discusses advanced respiratory pathophysiology with physicians, able to implement changes based on patient condition. (35%)

Verifies and completes Respiratory Care physician's orders.

Receives and gives accurate and complete handoff report.

Updates and completes patient information for handoff report to reflect patient's current clinical status. Be prepared to receive / give report at specified times.

Provides timely and accurate update information to the providers and other hospital personnel. Make recommendations for changes or modification of patient therapy by contacting provider.

Assists with delivery of supplies, and assures adequate supply of respiratory therapy equipment in work area.

Assists with the cleaning, setup, and testing of respiratory equipment.

Assists in the delivery of compressed gas cylinders.

Provides assistance in arranging for discharges as requested.

(35%)

Complies with all departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and written expectations.

Reports observed adverse changes in a patient's condition and / or treatment plan to a member of the medical or nursing staff.

Maintains competencies, credentials, certifications, certified education credits and education as directed by the department. (30%)

Education :

Work Experience :

Licenses :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN / Intermittent

Salary

$30.68 - $47.55 / hr

Benefits

Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Community resource navigation support

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

Respect

Belonging

Accountability

Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.