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St Joseph Medical Center is Hiring a Respiratory Therapist (PRN) Near Kansas, MO
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ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (PRN), internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at St Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare. The Respiratory Therapist, also known as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II), plays a crucial role in the care and management of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assist patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions in achieving optimal respiratory function and improving their quality of life. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PRN.
Shift’s Available: Days
Employment Type: Per Diem (PRN)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities (includes, But Not Limited To)
- will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
- conduct tests such as pulmonary function tests (PFT), bedside bronchoscopy, and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
- set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
- member of the rapid response team and code blue team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, assist intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
- assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
- ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
- state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
- current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
- 2 years experience as an RCP preferred
- ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current
- NRP certificate preferred
- PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
- associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
- high school diploma or equivalent is required
Job Summary
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Hospital
$66k-80k (estimate)
09/06/2024
10/04/2024
supportstjosephshospital.org
STOCKTON, CA
50 - 100
1899
Private
DONALD J WILEY
$200M - $500M
Hospital
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