RT Non Registered

Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Akron
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Responsibilities: - - - - - - - - - - - One 8 hour shift requirement must be on a Saturday or Sunday

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Directs respiratory staff for delivery of care. Implements and monitors patient care plan.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes.
• Educates the patient and family about the illness and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• At sites where applicable, the employee will perform blood gas puncture and analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follows Hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.
  Education:
  • Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program preferred.
    Certifications:
    • Must have successfully passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) CRT exam and possess an active Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license in the State of Ohio or must possess a current active limited permit to practice Respiratory Care (RCLP-L2) in the State of Ohio.
    • Must maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) credential through the American Heart Association.
    • A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential is preferred.
      Complexity of Work:
      • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
      • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
        Work Experience:
        • None required.
          Physical Requirements:
          • Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
          • Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.
          • May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
            Personal Protective Equipment:
            • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
              

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