Respiratory Therapy
PRN Night shift: 12 hour shifts 6:00pm-6:00am
Requirements:
NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Respiratory Therapist License issued by the State of Alabama
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
About the Job:
Under the direction of Physicians and and Respiratory Director, perform all respiratory procedures in accordance with NBRC, State Regulations, and departmental policies.
Is responsible for the administration of all Respiratory Care modalities on all age groups of patients from neonate through geriatric.
Collaborates with other professionals in and out of the Hospital to ensure effective, efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired outcomes.
Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities.
Provides respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations. Manages mechanical ventilation and artificial airways in critical and general care areas.
Collects and analyzes arterial blood gases as well as administers aerosolized medications and other respiratory treatments.
Initiates, monitors and manages patient's oxygen through various devices including high flow nasal cannula and non-invasive positive pressure ventilation.
Document patient care records in accordance with outlined policies and procedures.
We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Flowers Hospital, is your community healthcare provider, a 235-bed facility offering inpatient, outpatient, medical, surgical, diagnostic and emergency care for the Dothan community.
Flowers Hospital is a 235-bed healthcare facility offering inpatient, outpatient, medical, surgical, diagnostic and emergency care for the Wiregrass community. We believe in the power of people to create great care. Our mission statement of 'Caring for you as Family' is something we take to heart when caring for our community. Flowers Hospital was opened in 1950 by Dr. Paul Flowers serving as our lead example in caring for others. Today we are 1,350 healthcare professionals strong. We are a major referral center for the Tri-State area of south Alabama, southwest Georgia and northwest Florida. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Night shift
Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
Optional: Are you a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist with an active license?
License/Certification:
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) (Required)
Respiratory Therapist License issued by the State of Alabama (Required)
ACLS Certification (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
PALS Certification (Required)
NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Work Location: In person