What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapists (RT) PRN position at Twilight Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Twilight Gardens in Norwalk, Ohio is seeking PRN Respiratory Therapists (RT) to join our Night Shift team!
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR RTS (RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS) : include the following : other duties may be assigned.
- Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
- Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients under the orders of Physician.
- Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy through patient vital signs.
- Assists patient in performing breathing exercises.
- Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy. Consults with Physician in event of adverse reactions.
- Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
- Orders repairs when needed.
- Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel.
JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR RTS (RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS) :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, minimum education, training, license, experience, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE FOR RTS (RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS) :
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES FOR RTS (RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS) :
Job Type : PRN
