Respiratory Therapist- River Region - Night- PRN

Overview

Respiratory Therapist
- River Region - Night - PRN role at Ochsner Health. This position provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support to in-patients and out-patients, ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.

• 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.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy, introduction to the patient, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Education:
  
  Required - Associate s Degree;
  Preferred - Bachelor s Degree.
• Work Experience:
  
  Required - None.
• Certifications:
  
  Required - Current Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice;
  Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist;
  Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; ACLS obtained within 90 days.

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and software packages specific to the role; strong keyboarding skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Very Heavy Work requiring lifting and movement; use of mechanical lifting devices when needed; ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grasp; manual dexterity; ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (24/7, weekends, holidays, on call).
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue; potential occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste in a healthcare setting.

Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or other legally protected characteristics.