Certified Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Provides respiratory care treatment and related services as ordered by a physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial Ventilation.
• Draws, analyzes, and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
• Delivers intermittent therapy.
• Assists with changing of artificial airways.
• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to patient age.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree (Required).

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – only for trained therapists working in the NICU.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Proficient computer skills for data entry and patient information retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.