Respiratory Therapist Adv Prac

OverviewYour time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That''s what you''ll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You''ll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we''ll create healthier, stronger communities.What sets us apart from other healthcare organizations? How much time do you have? In short, it all starts with our current employees. They believe in living our mission to provide compassion to everyone. We, in turn, believe that growing and supporting our people allows us to deliver a higher degree of quality care to our patients. CHI advocates for all who live in the communities we serve, especially the most vulnerable. Choose an organization who will champion your talents and nurture your career. Choose CHI! Responsibilities**Eligible for $10,000 Sign-On Bonus & $10,000 Educational Assistance!**Our Respiratory Therapists are highly trained when it comes to performing specialized respiratory care including ventilator management, nebulizer treatment, chest PT, drawing arterial blood gases, oxygen therapies, external ventilation support and some pulmonary function assessments. If you''re passionate about respiratory care, it''s time to join our established team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist! Applying Your Knowledge and Talents:Assess and evaluate of the appropriateness and effectiveness of therapy based on patient''s age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needsMake recommendations for changes in specific modes of therapyEducates patients and arranges home respiratory care services and patient therapy follow-up assessments using language and materials appropriate for age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needsAssumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in department meetings, in-service programs and continuing education programsMaintains established department policies, procedures and objectives, concerning quality assurance, safety, environmental conditions and infection controlSkills: Acute Care, Vent, Ventilation, Critical care, Cardiovascular, Neuro, Registered Respiratory Therapist, RRT, Team Player, Compassion, Trust, Collaboration, Breathing Treatment, Cardiopulmonary, Lung Cancer, Asthma, Emphysema, Bronchitis, PneumoniaQualificationsRequirements:Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Respiratory programRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensing from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 1 year upon hireActive license in the state of Nebraska as a Registered RespiratoryJoin us at Catholic Health Initiatives, and become a part of our faith-based health system.missioncritical

Created: 2021-11-29