Respiratory Therapist - Seneca South Carolina

Company: Prisma Health
Location: Seneca, South Carolina
Posted On: 04/25/2024

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• Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician\u2019s order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols. - 30%
• Able to obtain blood gasses from all sites.\u00A0 Analyzes and reports results accurately. \u2013 10%
• Able to initiate, monitor and manage patients requiring all types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. - 20%
• Able to initiate and manage all types of airways and associated equipment. - 10%
• Accurately and completely documents and charges for all respiratory care procedures and tasks and provides patient and family education as appropriate. - 10%
• Effectively communicates with all members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows. Provides an accurate and complete report.\u00A0 Makes recommendations as appropriate.\u00A0 Communicates well with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in lieu of the above. \u2013 10%
• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives.\u00A0 Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. - 10%\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002
• Acts as a good steward of resources, including supplies, time/productivity, etc \u2013 10%Minimum RequirementsAssociate's Degree - Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited schoolIn Lieu OfIn lieu of associate degree will consider diploma and/or experience.Required Certifications, Registrations, LicensesSouth Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)BLS NBRC (credentials must be maintained)Other certifications dependent on work unit : NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPSACLS required within the first year for adult care areasNRP and PALS required in the Children's Hospital prior to working independently in the NICU and PICUWork ShiftVariable (United States of America)LocationOconee Medical CampusFacility1064 Oconee Memorial HospitalDepartment10647135 Respiratory Care ServicesShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health. More...

      

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