Respiratory Care Practitioner II

Quick Facts

• Position: Respiratory Care Practitioner II
• Shift: Nights (Full Time; 12-hour shifts; variable days)
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Status: Non-Exempt

Description

Performs therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency respiratory care procedures and provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory insufficiencies or abnormalities. Uses sound clinical judgment to contribute to and implement the patient’s plan of care based on diagnosis and physician orders in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and respiratory care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families/support groups, and other healthcare providers.
• Adhere to local/state/federal regulations, codes, and facility policies to protect privacy and ensure safety.
• Perform specific procedures as assigned and/or orient other staff in the department.

Requirements

• Graduate of a two-year respiratory care program accredited by CoARC (may be evidenced by RCP/RRT/CRT license).
• RCP (Respiratory Care Practitioner) licensure/certification.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider.
• RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist or CRT-Certified Respiratory Therapist as required by the entity (not required for SRMC SEIU).
• NRP certification if required by the entity.
• ACLS certification if required by the entity.
• PALS certification if required by the entity.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Preferred: 2 years of Level III NICU experience and NICU Transport experience.

Benefits

Yes.

Pay

• $61.73 to $86.42 per hour (based on primary work location and factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and organizational needs).
• Comprehensive benefits package included for eligible positions.