$10,000 BONUS!
NEW SHIFT PREMIUM FOR 12-HOUR NIGHTS (FULL-TIME & PART-TIME ELIGIBILITY): UP TO AN ADDITIONAL $5.00/HOUR ON BASE RATE
Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC) in Point Pleasant, PA has a rewarding opportunity for Respiratory Therapists (RTs) on NIGHT SHIFT (6:45pm-7:15am).
The total compensation package for Respiratory Therapists (RTs) includes (For Full-time and Part-time, Per Diem not eligible):
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Pediatric Specialty Care Overview:
PSC Point Pleasant is proud to advertise optimal nurse to patient ratios.
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Shift Options (12-hour shifts):
In addition to a competitive pay package that includes our NEW SHIFT PREMIUM, we offer:
Pediatric Specialty Care in Point Pleasant, PA is located at: 90 Cafferty Road, Point Pleasant, PA 18950.
Essential Job Functions Respiratory Therapist (RT):
1. Screens and provides an in-depth evaluation of the needs of ventilator and respiratory clients.
2. Identifies individual problems and needs through continuously collective objectives and subjective data based on interview, observation and review of individual records.
3. Consults with the attending physician regarding treatment protocol. Provides written recommendations for interdisciplinary care planning and treatment.
4. Contributes to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of the individual care plan.
5. Respiratory Care interventions are consistent with the individual care plan and standards of practices as described by the AARC and/or state regulating agencies.
6. Documentation is appropriate and reflects the care plan and reflects the individual’s response to respiratory care interventions for scheduled and PRN treatment.
7. Identifies problems and develops a complete plan of care according to facility/unit policy and federal/state regulations.
8. Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries of individuals receiving respiratory treatment and monitoring according to state, federal, and facility policies.
9. Maintains documentation regarding the administration of medications and other required records.
10. Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with the approved respiratory techniques.
11. Initiates ventilator weaning protocol and/or respiratory rehabilitation in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.
12. Identifies deviations from expected lab values, monitoring etc. as related to scope of practice.
13. Assess each assigned individual daily.
14. Communicates pertinent individual and assignment information to coworkers, Manager, and interdisciplinary team members, including physician as appropriate.
15. Confers with personnel of other departments and provides required training to meet special needs of individuals.
16. Demonstrates flexibility in response to schedule changes, emergencies, individual needs.
17. Maintains the safety and confidentiality of individual’s medical record.
18. Ensures that equipment and supplies are used in an appropriate, cost effective manner.
19. Alerts Lead Respiratory Therapist/DON/ADON of needed supplies and equipment for Respiratory Therapy Department.
20. Documentation is completed, concise and appropriate both in the medical records and all in-house communication which includes ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy.
21. Provide required training to new staff, family/caregivers on specific respiratory equipment and procedures.
22. Assists with conducting in-service training programs for other personnel involved in direct care of respiratory individuals.
23. Administers inhaled medications to ventilator dependent individuals and assigned pulmonary rehabilitation clients.
24. Documents, reports, and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses/team.
Educational Requirements and Qualifications for Respiratory Therapist (RT):
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