What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist - PRN, Days position at Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA)?
Role Overview: Responsible for performing patient assessments, administering respiratory care procedures, and executing protocols in adult care settings. This includes critical care procedures, blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and deliver respiratory therapies per established protocols.
- Perform critical care procedures in adult care areas.
- Analyze blood gases and maintain respiratory equipment.
- Educate patients on respiratory health and equipment usage.
- Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
- No prior work experience necessary.
- Licenses and Certifications upon hire:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and state licensure.
- Basic Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 60 days.