What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RRT Respiratory Therapy position at ECHN?
Job Summary
The Respiratory Care Practitioner performs safe respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by a physician, developing a plan of care based on assessment data and standards of care. They identify needs for alternative action in the plan of treatment and involve the multi-disciplinary team in revisions to the plan of care.
Responsibilities
- Set up, maintain, and monitor mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure.
- Administer medications demonstrating thorough knowledge of policy and procedure.
- Assemble, select, and operate equipment for proper operation and cleanliness, including mechanical ventilators, BIPAP/CPAP systems, oxygen delivery devices, and oxygen analyzers.
- Perform tracheal, endotracheal, and nasopharyngeal suctioning, including the instillation of pharmacologic agents according to policy and procedure.
- Draw and analyze blood gases by arterial stick according to policy and procedure.
- Differentiate between patient and equipment problems and intervene appropriately.
- Document and communicate all patient therapies, including concerns during shift.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved Respiratory Care program.
- Hold the credential of Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care and a current license from the State of Connecticut to practice as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) certification desirable.
- A minimum of one year of skilled respiratory experience within the last two years.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write using the English language.
- Effective written communication is required for accurate medical charting of respiratory services provided and concurrently clear and precise medical billing.
- Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites.
Skills and Abilities
- Understand the theory and operation of the blood gas analyzer.
- Assess the accuracy/precision of the instrument utilizing daily maintenance record, routine troubleshooting, and QC material.
- Sample, collect, and transport arterial, capillary, and A-line blood gases safely and properly.
- Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT) and broncho provocation and pulmonary exercise testing.
- Demonstrate knowledge of operation and set up of bronchoscopy and monitoring equipment.
- Consistently label medications/solutions removed from original packaging with compliance.
