Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN Days (57743)
EL PASO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CORPORATION
- Location
- Onsite (El Paso, TX)
- Level
- Mid Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the Role
El Paso Children's Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide critical care assessment and treatment for pediatric, neonatal, and adult patients. The role involves independent function in critical care units to ensure quality patient outcomes.
Skills
Respiratory therapy
Critical care
Patient assessment
Diagnostic evaluation
Pulmonary system management
Neonatal care
Pediatric care
Adult critical care
ACLS
PALS
NRP
BLS
Critical thinking
Clinical interventions
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Full job details
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905Position Type: PRNEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayPosition Summary
Under the direction of the specified shift Respiratory Supervisor, the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is responsible for the assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system. The RRT provides care to patients of varying ages with age related needs.
This is a critical care position and may be assigned to any critical care unit; and must be able to function independently with minimal to no supervision. The RRT contributes to the provision of quality care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.QualificationsMinimum Position Requirements
Work Experience:
One (1) year experience in adult, pediatric and neonatal critical care respiratory care procedures preferred.
License/Registration/Certification:
Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Current Texas Respiratory Care License.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and STABLE certifications required or obtained within 6 months in position.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) by The American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) certification preferred.
Education and Training:
Must be a graduate of a Respiratory Therapy education program (associate’s degree) that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
Skills:
Must have a comprehensive knowledge of routine and critical procedures with critical thinking skills for both adults, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
Thorough knowledge of Respiratory physiology and ability to practice good judgment in the implementation of clinical interventions indicated by the patient status.
Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.