Travel Respiratory Care Practitioner

Impact Talent Solutions

Baton Rouge, LA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$2,134.08 Per Week

SKILLS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Information, Clinical Study Publications, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Electrocardiogram, Geriatrics, Keyboards, Maintenance - HVAC, Medical Records, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Respiratory Therapy, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Baton Rouge, LA

POSTED

5 days ago

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Education
Required - Associate's Degree
Certifications
Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
Performs diagnostic procedures.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
Attends staff meetings.
Other related duties as required.

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