Respiratory Therapist

Company: Navarro Regional Hospital
Location: Corsicana
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Respiratory Therapist -Nights*Benefits Overview**Available for Full-Time role:** Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance* Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)* Matching 401(k)* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Opportunities for career advancement* Rewards and recognition programs* Additional perks and discounts*What We Offer (for full-time roles)** Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance* Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)* Matching 401(k)* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Opportunities for career advancement* Rewards and recognition programs* Additional perks and discounts*Responsibilities** Administers respiratory therapies, such as oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and ventilator management, ensuring proper patient response and safety.* Conducts patient assessments, correlating care with patient needs, and monitors responses to respiratory treatments, including pharmacological interventions.* Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.* Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures.* Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.* Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies.* Demonstrates responsible decision-making based on patient assessments, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.* Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards.* Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support.* Displays skill and sound judgment during crisis situations, managing respiratory emergencies and interventions effectively.* Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Complies with all policies and standards.*Qualifications** 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting required*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.* Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families.* Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.* Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.* Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.*Licenses and Certifications** RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist required* BCLS - Basic Life Support within 7 days of hire required* ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required* NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required*State Specific Requirements** Georgia: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceShift:* Evening shift* Night shiftApplication Question(s):* Do you have 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting?Ability to Commute:* Corsicana, TX 75110 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Corsicana, TX 75110: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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