Respiratory Care Assistant
About WakeMed :
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider
of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well -being
of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
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Position Information :
The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) is enrolled in a recognized Respiratory Care Program that have been approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.
Respiratory Care Assistant will work under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP). The RCA will be competent and perform the following respiratory care procedures : oxygen supply systems equipment processing manual resuscitation oxygen administration humidity and aerosol therapy small volume nebulizer therapy MDI administration incentive spirometry non-invasive mechanical airway clearance therapy chest physiotherapy with suctioning arterial puncture electrocardiogram (if performed by hiring institute) and patient reporting.
Experience Requirements :
Training Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required
Education Required :
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And College Courses Respiratory Therapy Required
Licensure / Certification Requirements :
Respiratory Care Assistant Required - And Basic Life Support Required - And Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required - And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required
Hours of Work :
Weekend Requirements :
As Needed
Call Requirements :
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