Certified Respiratory Therapist - PRN
TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center
Springfield, TN 37172
Posted 8 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time Part Time
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Industry
Healthcare
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Job Description
Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN
Description
Introduction
Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Benefits
TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications
Certified Respiratory Therapist(CRT)-664 Job Description
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Director/Manager, theRegistered Respiratory Therapistis responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician orders, department policies and procedures. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system, performs diagnostic tests of the cardiovascular and pulmonary system to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disorders.
Job Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program
Experience: 1 year preferred
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current licensure in the state of Tennessee as an Certified Respiratory Therapist; ABG endorsed
BLS [required upon hire/transfer]
ACLS [requiredwithin 6 months of hire/transfer]
PALS [requiredwithin 6 months of hire/transfer]
Performance Expectations
Demonstrates the ability to.
Collaborate with the patient/family, systematically and continually assess the patients health. Able to demonstrateappropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines in assessing of the ages served. For the ages served, assess, monitors, treats, documents, and interprets data in the following modalities:
EKG Lead Placement/Retrieval
ABG Collection
Medication Dosage
Oxygen delivery, cannulas, masks
Aerosolized medication delivery
Mechanical Ventilator
Bipap/CPAP
Assist with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Utilizes a standard data collection tool in Meditech to maintain on-going monitoring/assessment of assigned patients for all modalities.
Completes ongoing patient assessment and documents according to policy, before and after therapy.
Participates in the development of patient plan of care to include
Patient problems, cultural needs, goals, evaluations and interventions.
Reports symptoms and significant changes in the patients condition to appropriate personnel including physician.
Re-assesses available information to evaluate effectiveness of
Teaches to produce desired patient outcomes and makes adjustments in teaching of patients as indicated.?
Effectively and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment.
Organizes and prioritizes care for optimal time management.
Checks patient charts for order accuracy and signs off all RT orders.
Performs PFTs and appropriate paper work as assigned.
Setup Holter/Event Monitor and appropriate paper work as assigned.
What qualifications you will need:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
- PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
- Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT), or Licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist (LCRT)
No Travel Required
2 years experience Required Years of Experience
TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center is a 109-bed acute care hospital in Springfield Tennessee that is dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of Robertson County and the surrounding areas. We offer a full array of services, including emergency care, orthopedics, cardiology, women's care and diagnostic imaging. Our Mission is to enhance community and patient wellness through the teamwork of skilled and compassionate employees and physicians.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
'Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.'- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Respiratory Therapist PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Benefit(s)
Education Assistance Flexible Spending Account Pet Insurance Paid time off Family leave Identity Theft Protection Stock Purchase Plan
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