Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $2,290 per week in Grand Junction, CO

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified RRT in Grand Junction, Colorado, 81501!

Pay Information

$2,290 per week

About The Position

Job Title : Respiratory Therapist

Profession : Respiratory Therapist

Specialty : -

Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : Night

Hours per Shift : 12

Experience : Minimum Years of Experience : -

License : Current license as Registered Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice is required.

Certifications : Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT). Basic Life Support (BLS).

Must-Have : Respiratory Therapy, Patient Education, Patient Care, Life Support, Care Planning, Patient Care Delivery, Critical Thinking, Documentation, Quality Improvement, Follow Protocols.

Description :

The Respiratory Therapist RRT provides advanced-level respiratory care to patients.

This role is designed to diagnose, evaluate, treat, manage, and control deficiencies and / or abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system within the prescription of the order physician.

This position acts as a resource to the CRT staff.

The RRT may be responsible for special clinical projects or assignments as designated by leadership according to the needs of the department.

Performs, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic testing procedures according to protocol.

Obtains arterial gases.

Oversees and troubleshoots the operation of equipment for optimal patient care.

Initiates Respiratory Protocol according to departmental criteria.

Initiates interventions based on the interpretation of assessments.

Administers medications in a timely and safe manner.

Evaluates effects and re-evaluates appropriately and according to protocol.

Ensures that progress of patients is communicated to staff, physicians, and other departments.

Maintains awareness of assigned patients' overall condition.

Communicates and shares patient information with physicians and nurses.

Makes appropriate recommendations for patient care.

Recognizes the educational needs of patients and families in relation to health promotion and wellness.

Teaches patients and families self-care techniques and modalities.

Completes documentation according to departmental standards.

Accurately documents productivity information.

Monitors supplies and equipment and notifies the appropriate person when supplies are low, out on loan, or broken.

Utilizes time effectively to achieve productivity standards, including utilizing low census time when patient load does not support full productivity.

Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives.

Identifies potential areas for improvement, including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction.

Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and / or staff and takes appropriate actions.

Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.

Promotes the profession of Respiratory Care and acts as a resource, consultant, and mentor to staff within the department and patient care areas through the development of others.

Participates in quality improvement and research activities as part of the Respiratory Care Team to guide the development of standards of patient care.

May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.

May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

About Cynet Health

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