Registered Respiratory Therapist Prn Variable 12hr Shifts (bmh)

Bronson Healthcare Group

Battle Creek, MI, US
Administer respiratory care to patients
Evaluate arterial blood gases
Operate ventilator equipment
The role involves initiating and administering respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities under general supervision

Job Summary

  • The role involves initiating and administering respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities under general supervision.
  • Employees must be able to respond quickly to emergency situations, including performing CPR and assisting with Code Blue events.
  • The position requires interacting with providers, nursing staff, and families to resolve patient problems promptly and effectively.

Matching Summary

The role involves initiating and administering respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary abnormalities under general supervision.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • administer respiratory care to patients
  • evaluate arterial blood gases
  • operate ventilator equipment
  • perform tracheal intubation
  • assist with code blue emergencies

Nice-to-have

  • compassionate and resilient team member
  • resource knowledge for providers
  • supervise respiratory care students
  • participate in quality improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy
  • Current Michigan Respiratory Therapist license
  • RRT credential required within 1 year of hire
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
  • 5 years experience if no Bachelor's degree

Work Rights

Not specified

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