Job Description
Respiratory Care Practitioner (Hosp) II
Rutland-VT-05701-United States
Provides respiratory care to patients in varying states of health and illness by assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the respiratory plan of care. The Respiratory Care Practitioner functions as an essential member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing direct patient care, instruction and preparation for continuing care after discharge.
Minimum Education
~ Graduate of an Associate Degree Level CoARC accredited educational program for Respiratory Care.
Minimum Work Experience
~1 year Respiratory Care Practitioner experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Current VT State license.
BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
Certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Registration as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (does not apply to practitioners hired prior to 12/31/03).
Completion of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course (Stress Testing Therapist)
STABLE Certified
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Basic EKG interpretation skills.
Knowledge of respiratory care assessment and mechanical ventilation management.
Ability to administer surfactants to newborns.
Working knowledge of respiratory equipment and the use of Heliox.
Completion of clinical competency for endotracheal intubation and other required competencies.
Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.
Able to be on-call and work off-shifts (nights, weekend and holidays) and potentially cover shifts on short notice.
Ability to perform cardiac stress test (day shift requirement).
Able to provide expert level of direct clinical care.
Ability to apply critical thinking to all aspects of patient care.
Conflict resolution skills.
Able to lead shifts in absence of leadership.
Pay Range: $28.34 - $42.03
COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIALS RATES
o $4.25 - Evenings
o $8.00 - Nights
o $4.75 - Weekends
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Job Tags
Work experience placement, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,
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