Respiratory Therapist Days FSED

Community Health Systems • Clarksville, TN • 22h ago

Respiratory Therapist FSED

Shift: Full time Days

10K STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT

Robust Benefits Package that includes: 401K, Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, Paid Time Off and more!

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician orders. This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.

Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient's cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process.

Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.

Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.

Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned.

Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.

Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.

Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.

Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures.

Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.

Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.

Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.

Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.

Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.

Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.

Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.

Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.

Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Licenses and Certifications

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required

BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required

STABLE - Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required

State Specific Requirements

Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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