Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN SX ****
Location: Sussex, New Jersey
Description: Saint Clare's Health System is at present recruited Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN SX **** right now, this vacancy will be presented in New Jersey. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. Job Summary:
Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Medical Director and Department Manager, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Respiratory Care Services in accordance with specific physician’s orders and department policies and procedures.
Essential Duties:
Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Evaluates possible side effects to oxygen delivery. Conducts daily oxygen rounds. Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. Able to assess patient pain that may interfere with optimal level of function or participation in treatment. Makes appropriate contact for intervention. Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. Maintains certification in endotracheal intubation and performs task when necessary. Responds to all cardio-pulmonary arrests. Assists physician in performing fiberoptic bronchoscopies; maintains and stocks the supply cart. Processes the scope after use. Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. Performs maintenance Quality Control analysis and documentation for ABG analyzers. Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any service. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper usage. Performs stat EKGs during off-hours (no EKG tech available). Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of oxygen concentrations and hazards, and medication doses as they relate to patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Confers with physician for any departures from the normal standards, and bases action on the patient’s individual response and needs. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently. Checks and changes “E†cylinders as needed. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning; patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates ability to assess patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment for response to treatment. Attends education inservice programs to maintain professional competency. Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training. Responds to all fires and assumes responsibility for the medical gas zone valves.
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This vacancy will be started on: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:02:32 GMT
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