Registered Respiratory Therapist I, Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital PRN

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols; Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations; Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment; Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment; Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery modes, methods and equipment and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation; Administers therapeutic procedures and performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy; Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators; Independently evaluates current therapies and makes recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs; Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies and communicates with the healthcare team; Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in emergency settings; Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis; Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care; Is proficient in electronic medical records; Follows departmental safety guidelines, completes regulatory requirements and completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care; Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required; Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care; Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina; BLS required per policy guidelines; Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards; For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required; Repetitive physical activity; Ability to walk and stand to perform duties; Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds; Ability to move patients of all age groups; Adequate hearing and eyesight

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree preferred; Sign-on bonus eligible based on eligibility

Benefits

Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program