Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem - Nights - MRH

Location : Hollywood, Florida

Hollywood, Florida

Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities.

Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care.

Summary :

Provides care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.

Responsibilities :

Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition.

Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.

Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.

Competencies :

ACCOUNTABILITY, ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING - ARTERIAL PUNCTURE, ARTIFICIAL AIRWAY CARE / MAINTENANCE, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HFNC / VAPOTHERM, MECHANICAL VENTILATION WEANING / PULMONARY MECHANICS, NON-INVASIVE POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION (NIPPV), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements :

Accredited Program : Respiratory Therapy (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information :

Complexity of Work : Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience : No prior work experience required.

Other Information : Can be licensed as RT or TT. National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred.Department Specific Credentials : Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU,Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areasAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areasNote : For added clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements Grid.

Additional Education Info : Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.Additional Credential Info : RT or TT required

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

• Bending and Stooping 80%
• Climbing 0%
• Keyboard Entry 80%
• Kneeling 80%
• Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Lifting or Carrying >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Pushing or Pulling >

75 lbs Non-Patient 60%

• Reaching 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 80%
• Running 60%
• Sitting 60%
• Squatting 80%
• Standing 80%
• Walking 80%
• Audible Speech 80%
• Hearing Acuity 80%
• Smelling Acuity 60%
• Taste Discrimination 0%
• Depth Perception 80%
• Distinguish Color 80%
• Seeing - Far 80%
• Seeing - Near 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 80%
• Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 80%
• Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 80%
• Asbestos 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals 60%
• Dust 60%
• Gas / Vapors / Fumes 80%
• Hazardous Chemicals 0%
• Hazardous Medication 60%
• Latex 60%
• Computer Monitor 80%
• Domestic Animals 60%
• Extreme Heat / Cold 0%
• Fire Risk 40%
• Hazardous Noise 40%
• Heating Devices 60%
• Hypoxia 0%
• Laser / High Intensity Lights 0%
• Magnetic Fields 80%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 80%
• Needles / Sharp Objects 80%
• Potential Electric Shock 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault 60%
• Radiation 60%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
• Unprotected Heights 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 80%

Shift : Nights

Nights

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It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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