Prn Respiratory Therapist - Palm Valley Post Acute

Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Palm Valley, US
Perform respiratory and pulmonary therapy
Assess patient signs and symptoms
Document diagnoses and care plans
The primary purpose of this position is to perform respiratory therapy, management, and direct care for patients with pulmonary system deficiencies

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to perform respiratory therapy, management, and direct care for patients with pulmonary system deficiencies.
  • Employees must assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic changes and document actual or potential diagnoses accurately.
  • The role requires adherence to all facility policies regarding emergency safety, infection control, and resident privacy.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to perform respiratory therapy, management, and direct care for patients with pulmonary system deficiencies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform respiratory and pulmonary therapy
  • Assess patient signs and symptoms
  • Document diagnoses and care plans
  • Adhere to infection control procedures
  • Communicate status changes to physicians

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience in acute or subacute units
  • Ability to work with diverse variables
  • Good rapport with inter-department personnel

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from accredited school
  • Graduate of a respiratory care program
  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license
  • Current CPR/BLS and ACLS certifications
  • One year experience in acute/subacute unit preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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