Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night shift position at a hospital and trauma center, requiring an active WI Respiratory Care Practitioner license.

Details

• Work in a cardiopulmonary/respiratory therapy department at a hospital and trauma center
• 36 hours per week schedule with three 12-hour night shifts from 1800 to 0630
• Every other weekend required
• Rotating holiday schedule
• 13-week assignment length
• Cares for both pediatric and adult patient populations when assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program with education verification required
• WI Respiratory Care Practitioner license required and must be currently active (license required if applicable)
• RRT certification through The National Board for Respiratory Care
• BLS certification (AHA provider level)
• NRP certification

Additional Information

• Perform routine cardiopulmonary therapies including diagnosis and treatment evaluation
• Conduct emergency rounds, oxygen saturation checks, and titrate oxygen per protocol
• Initiate, monitor, evaluate, and wean invasive and non-invasive ventilation based on clinical assessment
• Perform therapies in compliance with universal precautions and proper body mechanics
• Initiate and evaluate treatment regimens through therapist-driven protocols
• Assess patients clinically before and after medication, procedure, or device administration
• Educate patients and families on therapies, medications, and equipment
• Demonstrate competence in set-up, calibration, and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators, noninvasive ventilation devices, therapeutic bronchoscopies, and pulmonary function screens
• Clean equipment using high level disinfection and maintain departmental supplies
• Respond to emergent care situations and assist with resuscitation per AHA guidelines under Code Team Leader direction
• Transport adult patients on mechanical ventilation or in critical condition to intrahospital procedures and testing
• Provide developmentally appropriate care based on patient population's needs
• Participate in community education events related to respiratory care procedures and disease processes
• Engage in self-development activities and continuing education