Respiratory Aide II – St. Joseph Warren Hospital; PRN

Respiratory Aide II – St. Joseph Warren Hospital (PRN)

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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety, and cost effectiveness.

The Respiratory Aide II, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non‑acute patients and is responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment.

• Draw arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, process the samples, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.
• Administer oxygen delivery devices and set up and monitor non‑invasive equipment such as oximeters or end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers.
• Provide basic respiratory therapy techniques including aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, incentive spirometry, metered‑dose inhalers, and other treatment modalities.
• Perform EKGs and understand electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Clean, sterilize, assemble, test, and maintain par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
• Order, maintain, and deliver oxygen to units.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Arrange for the repair of broken equipment.
• Fill orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Receive respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries.
• Inspect supplies and equipment deliveries for damage.
• Label storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.

• Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state in which you are working.
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required).

• Current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required).

• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan and can assess patient data to identify appropriate care needs.
• Neonates (0‑4 weeks), infants (1‑12 months), pediatrics (1‑12 years), adolescents (13‑17 years), adults (18‑64 years), geriatrics (65 years and older).

• High stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• Exposure to high noise levels and bright lights.
• Exposure to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
• Exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• Constant interruptions may occur.
• Universal precautions, PPE and infection control policies are required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse people.
• Organization, time management, and prioritization.
• Accurate record keeping and inventory management.
• Basic computer skills and troubleshooting.
• Creative thinking and customer service skills.
• Feedback receptiveness.
• Data gathering and interpretation.
• Accountability.
• Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment.
• Therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high‑flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at