REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST
Full-TimeThe Respiratory Department at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking Licensed Respiratory Therapist for an immediate full-time career opportunity.
DUTIES:
- Performs comprehensive respiratory assessment. Utilizes assessment data to determine patient’s actual or potential problems.
- Performs bedside pulmonary function studies as per physician’s order.
- Collaborates with physicians on patient’s plan of care. Evaluates patient’s responses to respiratory care. Utilizes a process in delivering care to assigned patients.
- Performs physical chest therapy (cupping) to loosen and mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and clears airway blockage in the patient’s respiratory system, as needed.
- Assists in Pulmonary Stress Testing, when necessary. Performs standard suctioning techniques as indicated, collecting the appropriate, requested specimens. Implements ventilator management/weaning protocols. Performs bronchial hygiene and airways care procedures.
- Collects blood for PH gas analysis, notifies physicians of results and performs appropriate changes in ventilator parameters.
- Implements, monitors, and maintains non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
- Monitors gas exchange via non-invasive measures including pulse oximetry and capnography.
- Assists in the transport of mechanically ventilated patients with artificial airways.
- Administers oxygen and humidification therapy as per physician’s order and department policy. Initiates, monitors and adjusts parameters on continuous mechanical ventilation.
- Responds to cardiopulmonary emergencies and renders care as per ACLS/BCLS standards.
- Provides emergent airway care including intubation, as per department policy. Implements ventilator management adhering to protocols as per department and Intensive Care Unit standards.
- Provides patient/family with respiratory therapy education as ordered.
- Completes departmental paperwork as specified for each assignment completed and assists with inventory control.
- Adheres to established infection control protocols and fire safety protocols. Performs related duties as required.
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