Respiratory Therapist (part-time)

Job Descriptions : The Respiratory Therapist provides for assessment, evaluation, planning and documentation of care provided to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in the following age groups : infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This care will be delivered in accordance with established standards of performance in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Pender Community Hospital.Documentation is accurate, timely, and completeAssembles, maintains, and calibrates respiratory therapy equipment per manufacturer guidelinesAssists with patient care in Cardiac & Pulmonary RehabilitationCommunicates assessments and updates with applicable members of the healthcare team.Participates in discharge planning.Monitors inventory and key supplies and restocks when necessary.Troubleshoots equipment problems and promptly reports all equipment malfunctions to management.Applies effective interviewing skills to elicit information from patient and / or family that is necessary to treatment.Performs patient educationPerforms respiratory specific procedures such as but not limited to : Chest Physical TherapyBiPAP & CPAP TherapyArterial puncture for the purpose of blood gas analysis, after proper certificationVentilatory supportInhaled medicationsElectrocardiograms (ECG)Holter and Event MonitorPulmonary Function TestApplication and monitoring of oxygenCardiopulmonary resuscitationBronchopulmonary hygieneCar seat challengeHours : Minimum 24 hours / week,Monday-Friday, 8 or 12 hour shiftsRequired Experience : Education and / or ExperienceMinimum of an Associate’s DegreeTwo years' experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferredThe candidate must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all procedures, indications, contraindications and hazards involved in respiratory care and knowledge of life support equipment.The candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability and knowledge required to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for quality care.Active Member of AARC preferredEmergency Room, Critical Care, Pediatric, and Neonatal experience preferredCertificates, Licensure, RegistrationsGraduate of a recognized COARC or JRCRTE / AMA Respiratory Care Educational ProgramCurrent / Active license to practice Respiratory Therapy in the State of NebraskaMust have BLS certification upon hireACLS, PALS, & NRP within one year of employmentGENERAL REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divideAbility to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / proceduresAbility to write reports and correspondenceAbility to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc...Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff and health care providersAbility to work with skill in identifying problemsEQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALSKnowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.Keyword : Respiratory Therapy; CardiologyFrom : Pender Community Hospital District