Registered Respiratory Therapist Children's Hospital - Weekend Day

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Allentown, PA, US
Onsite
Perform mechanical ventilator management
Conduct arterial blood gas studies
Operate diagnostic respiratory equipment
Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for their Children's Hospital, specifically for weekend day shifts. The role involves administering respiratory care, evaluating patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide optimal care for pediatric patients

Job Summary

  • This position administers all forms of respiratory care, both critical and general therapy, for a designated group of patients at Children's Hospital.
  • The role involves performing mechanical ventilator management, Bi-pap, and emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation while maintaining adequate airways.
  • Lehigh Valley Health Network is a Magnet Hospital recognized for nursing excellence and has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 78

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for their Children's Hospital, specifically for weekend day shifts. The role involves administering respiratory care, evaluating patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide optimal care for pediatric patients.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform mechanical ventilator management
  • Conduct arterial blood gas studies
  • Operate diagnostic respiratory equipment
  • Provide emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Train staff in respiratory therapy issues

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative teamwork approach
  • Commitment to patient safety excellence
  • Forward-thinking healthcare organization culture

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree from accredited RRT program
  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist certification
  • NBRC State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
  • ACLS State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
  • PALS State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
  • NRP State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
  • RCP Respiratory Care Practitioner upon hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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