Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Critical Care, Emergency Care, Establish Priorities, Hospital, Intensive Care, Medical Records, Medications, Neonatology, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Safety, Quality Metrics, Respiratory Therapy, Side Effects, Time Management, Treatment Plan
Under the direction of the Cardiopulmonary Manager, you will provide high-quality respiratory and cardiopulmonary services throughout the hospital, including critical care areas. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, patients, and families to ensure safe, compassionate, and effective care.
Key Responsibility
- Deliver comprehensive respiratory care in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards
- Assess patient conditions, prioritize treatments, and respond promptly to complications
- Safely administer respiratory treatments and medications; monitor and report effects and side effects
- Accurately document care and medications in the MAR and medical record
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory health
- Communicate changes in patient status to physicians, supervisors, and care teams
- Demonstrate expert use of cardiopulmonary and respiratory equipment
- Participate in departmental quality standards, training, and continuing education
- Plan and coordinate workflow to ensure timely, efficient patient care
- Maintain a strong focus on patient and staff safety
PRN Commitment
- Minimum: 2 shifts per month
- Holiday Requirement: 1 holiday per year
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State of Colorado
- NBRC registration or certification preferred
Required upon hire:
- BLS & ACLS (American Heart Association)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Required within 60 days of hire:
- PALS (American Heart Association)
Preferred:
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care, emergency, or ICU experience
- Experience with a variety of respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment
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Delta County Memorial Hospital