JOB TITLE: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
SUMMARY
Responsible for respiratory care and inpatient 12-lead electrocardiography. The incumbent must be proficient in the use of the equipment used in resuscitation, continuous ventilation, respiratory care and 12-lead electrocardiography. Will, as requested, organize and deliver in-service programs for the respiratory services staff and other patient care staff.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS
Strong skills in oral and written communication, customer service, organization, decision making, time management, and interpersonal relations. Ability to exercise independent judgment. Basic computer skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Practices respiratory care within the limits of the laws governing the practice of respiratory care within the state of Ohio.
Maintains certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS) for the healthcare provider. Responds to all ‘code blues’ and other emergency situations.
Sets up and operates continuous ventilators and ventilatory support devices. Can make recommendations based on acid-base status. Displays knowledge of all various modes of ventilation and weaning techniques.
Functions efficiently in emergency situations such as severe trauma, cardiopulmonary arrest and other life threatening emergencies.
Sets up, operates and monitors oxygen delivery equipment. Completes daily rounds to check oxygen systems.
Working as a member of the care delivery team, integrates respiratory therapeutics and patient/family education with services and education provided by other members of the care delivery team.
Performs routine inpatient 12-lead electrocardiographs.
Displays knowledge of electrocardiograph interpretation.
Maintains, cleans, sterilizes and performs routine checks on equipment according to policies and procedures.
Draws arterial blood gases, when necessary. Displays knowledge of acid-base balance and clinical application of arterial blood gas reports.
Attends seminars on topics relating to the functions of the department; relays knowledge to the respiratory services staff and other care delivery staff, as needed, through organized in-service programs, including, but not limited to ‘CMH Grand Rounds’.
Performs endotracheal intubation for establishment of airway control &/or mechanical ventilation, operating room rotations, if needed.
Maintain current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support techniques (ACLS) (to be obtained within 90 days of hire date).
Maintain current certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (to be obtained within 180 days of hire date).
Maintain current certification in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), as presented by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association (to be obtained within 60 days of hire date).
Performs clerical duties to ensure accurate and complete records of treatments, medication delivery, supplies, charges and other reports as required.
Performs all other related duties, either within or away from the hospital campus, as requested or required by the Director Inpatient Acute Services.
Flexibility to work all shifts if part of the PRN pool staff
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The individual spends over 95% of his/her time in a temperature controlled environment with varying exposure to noise. There is protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The position may have exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients and some minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): This position requires high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and body fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for every actual or potential exposure.
CERTIFICATIONS
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NRP
CRT
RRT
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