Respiratory Therapist

Summary:
Ref : C-RT-
Profession: Respiratory Therapist
Job Type: Contract/Travel
Location: Coventry, RI
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, 7A-7P
Rate: Travel: $1,724/36-hours; Local: $1,660/36-hours

Requirements:
Valid and active Respiratory Therapy State license
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications
Responsibilities:
Evaluate patients' respiratory health, including lung function and oxygen levels.
Create personalized respiratory care plans based on assessments and medical history.
Administer treatments to improve lung function and relieve respiratory distress.
Manage mechanical ventilators and adjust settings for patients with breathing difficulties.
Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and self-care.
Respond to respiratory emergencies per established protocols.
Maintain and ensure the cleanliness of respiratory equipment.
Document assessments and treatments accurately and promptly.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.
Follow infection control and quality assurance standards in compliance with regulations.
Other duties assigned by Management

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Job Types: Travel healthcare, Contract

Pay: $1,724.00 per week

Healthcare setting:
Hospital
Shift:
12 hour shift
Day shift

Application Question(s):
Do you have a valid and active Respiratory Therapy license in Rhode Island?

Work Location: In person