Respiratory Therapist PRN Days
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1769, San Jacinto Street, Downtown, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77002, United States
About Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center
Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center and its Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. As a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH), we offer advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. Our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses.
With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate closely with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1769, San Jacinto Street, Downtown, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77002, United States
Houston, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister safe respiratory care procedures and monitor mechanical ventilation per physician orders
- check_circleVerify and initiate physician orders for respiratory care and maintain accurate documentation
- check_circleManage oxygen delivery devices and invasive or non-invasive mechanical ventilation systems
- check_circleConduct spontaneous breathing trials and advance mechanical ventilator weaning protocols
- check_circleParticipate in multidisciplinary patient mobility programs and care rounds
- check_circlePrecept new employees and students during their orientation and training periods
- check_circleAssist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures
- check_circlePerform airway management including intubation, suctioning, and tracheostomy tube changes
- check_circlePerform arterial blood gas sampling, analysis, and maintain analyzer quality control
- check_circleProvide patient and family education regarding respiratory treatments and care plans
Requirements
- verifiedRespiratory Therapy education for NBRC credentialing
- verifiedCurrent Respiratory Therapy state license
- verifiedCurrent CRT/RRT credential or Respiratory Care Practitioner Certification
- verifiedCurrent BLS certification
- verifiedCurrent ACLS certification
- verified1 year experience preferred
Nice to Have
1 year experience
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Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth
What does a Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth will administer safe respiratory care procedures and monitor mechanical ventilation per physician orders; verify and initiate physician orders for respiratory care and maintain accurate documentation; manage oxygen delivery devices and invasive or non-invasive mechanical ventilation systems; and conduct spontaneous breathing trials and advance mechanical ventilator weaning protocols.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role?expand_more
To qualify for the Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth position, applicants should have: Respiratory Therapy education for NBRC credentialing; Current Respiratory Therapy state license; Current CRT/RRT credential or Respiratory Care Practitioner Certification; Current BLS certification; Current ACLS certification; and 1 year experience preferred.
Where is the Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role at ScionHealth located?expand_more
Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth is based in 1769, San Jacinto Street, Downtown, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77002, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Respiratory Therapist PRN Days job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
ScionHealth has listed this Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role?expand_more
Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role at ScionHealth?expand_more
Key skills for Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth include Respiratory Care; Mechanical Ventilation; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Oxygen Delivery Devices; Aerosol Delivery Devices; Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation; Invasive Mechanical Ventilation; and Airway Management.
What category does the Respiratory Therapist PRN Days role belong to?expand_more
Respiratory Therapist PRN Days at ScionHealth is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.