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NM - RRT - Varied Shifts - PERM

Ambe Healthcare Staffing

Grants, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Aerosols, Ambulance Services, Anatomy, Auditory, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Displays, Code Blue, Communication Skills, Critical Care, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, Emergency Care, Emergency Planning, Geriatrics, Healthcare Customer Service, High School Diploma, Hospital, Infection Control, Maintain Compliance, Manual Dexterity, Medical Records, Medications, Neonatology, Nursing, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Phlebotomy, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Policy Analysis, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Pulmonary Disease, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Radiology, Record Keeping, Respiratory Medicine, Respiratory Therapy, Stress Testing, Testing, Ventilator, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Grants, NM
POSTED
15 days ago
Job Description:

Respiratory Therapy is an allied health profession focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of lung diseases and breathing disorders. Respiratory Therapists at Cibola General Hospital provide comprehensive respiratory care across multiple areas, including adult critical care, general medical floors, the Emergency Room, and the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. They also support seriously ill patients in Radiology, CT, and during ambulance transports.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesAdminister physician-prescribed respiratory therapy treatments with a thorough understanding of indications, contraindications, potential complications, and expected outcomes.Set up, monitor, and manage mechanical ventilators for patients requiring respiratory support.Deliver oxygen therapy, humidification, nebulizers, aerosols, and Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) according to physician orders or approved protocols.Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT) including Flow Volume Loops, DLCO, Nitrogen Washouts, and other specialized studies.Assist with airway management, intubations, and emergency respiratory care.Participate as an active member of the CPR/Code Blue team.Perform and assist with diagnostic procedures including EKGs, stress testing, Holter monitoring, EEGs, and arterial blood gas draws.Maintain accurate patient records, treatment documentation, and charging for all respiratory services provided.Communicate pertinent patient information and recommendations to physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team.Provide patient and family education on respiratory conditions, treatments, medications, and equipment use.Monitor and evaluate ongoing therapy effectiveness, making appropriate adjustments as needed.Clean, maintain, and calibrate respiratory equipment to ensure proper function and infection control standards.Observe and enforce all safety rules, infection control policies, and hospital emergency plans (fire, disaster, etc.).Contribute to the development and evaluation of departmental policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.Participate in departmental research, evaluation of new equipment/technology, and in-service education.Assist with patient transports (ground and air) and provide respiratory support in Radiology and CT departments.Demonstrate age-specific competencies necessary to provide safe and effective care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.Understand and adhere to Cibola General Hospitals Compliance Code of Conduct. Report any observed or suspected unethical, illegal, or questionable conduct to the Compliance Coordinator.Perform other duties as assigned by the Respiratory Therapy Manager or Administration.Education & LicensureAssociate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a two-year AMA-approved program required.Must have successfully passed a national Respiratory Therapy credentialing exam.Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) considered with commitment to obtain RRT within 12 months.Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of New Mexico required.Current BLS (CPR) certification required; ACLS preferred.High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.Professional ExperienceTwo (2) years of post-graduate respiratory therapy experience preferred.One (1) year of critical care experience preferred.One (1) year of pediatric experience preferred.Emergency Room or transport experience preferred.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesThorough knowledge of respiratory care principles, anatomy, physiology, medications, and equipment.Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.Proficiency in electronic medical records and documentation.Commitment to continuing education and staying current with advancements in respiratory care.Strong customer service and patient advocacy skills.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods.Frequent lifting, moving, and positioning of patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs).Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for equipment setup and procedures.Visual and auditory acuity to monitor alarms, patients, and equipment.

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Various

State License Details:
Upon Acceptance

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
36

Sub Specialty:
Respiratory Therapy

General Certifications:, General Certifications(BLS/BCLS); Respiratory Certifications(RRT)

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
1

About the Company

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Ambe Healthcare Staffing

Overview

We specialize in providing the healthcare community with contract, temp-to-perm and direct hire staffing solutions. We invite you to discover what makes Cure Healthcare Staffing different – our consultative approach! Our team has a strong background in healthcare with over 25 years of experience. We have a passion for people and developing strong, long lasting relationship with both clients and employees. We look forward to partnering with you to earn your business and help CURE your healthcare staffing needs.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
https://www.curehealthcarestaffing.com/

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