Respiratory Care Practitioner FT Nights
Gallatin, Tennessee
Description
$15,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS
Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conductsiagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
Reports to: Director Respiratory Care & Neurodiagnostic Services
Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Preferred
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer skills required.
Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS, certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required upon hire.
ACLS and PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required within 1 year of employment.
NRP certification from approved American Heart Association training center is required within 1 year of employment.
Required Skills
Licenses: Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with ABG endorsement. Temporary initial licensure letter by the State of Tennessee as a graduate respiratory care practitioner, acceptable until state licensure is issued.
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of 6 months Respiratory Care experience preferred
$15,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS
Examines patients with breathing-related conditions and conductsiagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.
Reports to: Director Respiratory Care & Neurodiagnostic Services
Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.
Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.
Educates the patient and family about the patient's illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.
Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.
Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.
Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy - Preferred
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer skills required.
Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS, certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required upon hire.
ACLS and PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required within 1 year of employment.
NRP certification from approved American Heart Association training center is required within 1 year of employment.
Required Skills
Licenses: Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with ABG endorsement. Temporary initial licensure letter by the State of Tennessee as a graduate respiratory care practitioner, acceptable until state licensure is issued.
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of 6 months Respiratory Care experience preferred
Created: 2024-06-25
Reference: 7457-10384
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Gallatin
About Lifepoint Health
Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000
Website: https://lifepointhealth.net/
Career site: https://lifepointhealth.jobs.net/
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