Respiratory Therapist - Day shift
Mercy Health Corporation, Janesville, WI, United States
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs routine therapies that aid in the treatment, diagnosis, and evaluation of their cardiopulmonary status.
Initiates, monitors, evaluates, and weans invasive and non‑invasive ventilation. Makes parameter recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, patient compliance, patient response, laboratory values, and patient status.
Initiates and provides ongoing evaluation of treatment regime including medication delivery and oxygen administration through therapist‑driven protocols by performing patient assessments to determine the needs related to treatment therapies, frequencies, and duration of treatment regime ordered by physician.
Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure, or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuation.
Monitors, assesses, educates, and documents the patient and/or family on therapies, medications, goals of therapies, and equipment during treatment.
Documents work timely, completely, and accurately including documentation in the patient electronic medical record and departmental records.
Demonstrates competence in the set‑up, calibration, and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators, noninvasive ventilation devices, therapeutic bronchoscopies, and pulmonary function screens.
Cleans using high level disinfection, assembles, and maintains equipment and the stocking of departmental supplies.
Performs and documents emergency rounds, oxygen saturation checks, and titrates oxygen per protocol during oxygen and aerosol rounds.
Performs therapies in strict compliance to universal precautions and proper body mechanics, using sound judgment in evaluating situations, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
Responds to emergent care situations in the hospital and assists with resuscitation by providing chest compressions, airway management, airway stabilization, and ventilatory support in accordance with the American Heart Association guidelines and as directed by the Code Team Leader.
Transports adult patients on mechanical ventilators, non‑invasive ventilation devices, and critically ill to intrahospital procedures and testing.
Provides developmentally appropriate care to support the various patient populations during their hospitalization. Demonstrates competence in the care of pediatric and adult patients (when assigned) relative to determining each patient’s age‑related and other physical, psycho‑social, and cultural needs.
Maintains proficiency in the processing and interpreting of point‑of‑care (POC) blood gases, glucose, and electrolytes; and collaborates on quality control with the POC Coordinator (at applicable locations only).
May require on‑call coverage as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Quality: follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service: responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; effectively communicates information to partners; thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering: shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and culture of excellence through all words and actions; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day‑to‑day work; gives and welcomes feedback; generates suggestions for improving work; embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost: conserves organization resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within approved budget; develops and implements cost‑saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
RRT. CRT will be accepted for RTs that are not eligible for RRT. All other CRTs must earn RRT within 1 year of hire.
CPR.
NRP within 90 days of orientation, for those departments requiring delivery attendance.
IL and/or WI Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Passing the WI or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good mathematical and interpersonal skills.
INFORMATION ACCESS
Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.
WORK CONTACT GROUP
Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors, community.
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste, and smell. Specific vision abilities include frequent ability to adjust focus and occasionally distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Work requires a moderate level of independent judgment along with good interpretative and interpersonal skills with justification and accountability to Lead, Supervisor, Manager, and Director.
PAY RANGE
$30.59 – $47.42
EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
BENEFITS
Medical.
Dental.
Vision.
Life & Disability Insurance.
FSA/HSA Options.
Generous, accruing paid time off.
Paid Parental and caregiver leave.
Career advancement and educational opportunities.
Tuition and certification reimbursement.
Well‑being Programs.
Employee Discounts.
On‑Demand Pay.
Financial Education.
Annual recognition/awards events.
Partner appreciation days.
Family entertainment/attractions discount.
Community service/improvement opportunities.
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Performs routine therapies that aid in the treatment, diagnosis, and evaluation of their cardiopulmonary status.
Initiates, monitors, evaluates, and weans invasive and non‑invasive ventilation. Makes parameter recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, patient compliance, patient response, laboratory values, and patient status.
Initiates and provides ongoing evaluation of treatment regime including medication delivery and oxygen administration through therapist‑driven protocols by performing patient assessments to determine the needs related to treatment therapies, frequencies, and duration of treatment regime ordered by physician.
Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure, or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuation.
Monitors, assesses, educates, and documents the patient and/or family on therapies, medications, goals of therapies, and equipment during treatment.
Documents work timely, completely, and accurately including documentation in the patient electronic medical record and departmental records.
Demonstrates competence in the set‑up, calibration, and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators, noninvasive ventilation devices, therapeutic bronchoscopies, and pulmonary function screens.
Cleans using high level disinfection, assembles, and maintains equipment and the stocking of departmental supplies.
Performs and documents emergency rounds, oxygen saturation checks, and titrates oxygen per protocol during oxygen and aerosol rounds.
Performs therapies in strict compliance to universal precautions and proper body mechanics, using sound judgment in evaluating situations, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
Responds to emergent care situations in the hospital and assists with resuscitation by providing chest compressions, airway management, airway stabilization, and ventilatory support in accordance with the American Heart Association guidelines and as directed by the Code Team Leader.
Transports adult patients on mechanical ventilators, non‑invasive ventilation devices, and critically ill to intrahospital procedures and testing.
Provides developmentally appropriate care to support the various patient populations during their hospitalization. Demonstrates competence in the care of pediatric and adult patients (when assigned) relative to determining each patient’s age‑related and other physical, psycho‑social, and cultural needs.
Maintains proficiency in the processing and interpreting of point‑of‑care (POC) blood gases, glucose, and electrolytes; and collaborates on quality control with the POC Coordinator (at applicable locations only).
May require on‑call coverage as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Quality: follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service: responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; effectively communicates information to partners; thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering: shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and culture of excellence through all words and actions; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day‑to‑day work; gives and welcomes feedback; generates suggestions for improving work; embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost: conserves organization resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within approved budget; develops and implements cost‑saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
RRT. CRT will be accepted for RTs that are not eligible for RRT. All other CRTs must earn RRT within 1 year of hire.
CPR.
NRP within 90 days of orientation, for those departments requiring delivery attendance.
IL and/or WI Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Passing the WI or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good mathematical and interpersonal skills.
INFORMATION ACCESS
Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.
WORK CONTACT GROUP
Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors, community.
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste, and smell. Specific vision abilities include frequent ability to adjust focus and occasionally distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Work requires a moderate level of independent judgment along with good interpretative and interpersonal skills with justification and accountability to Lead, Supervisor, Manager, and Director.
PAY RANGE
$30.59 – $47.42
EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
BENEFITS
Medical.
Dental.
Vision.
Life & Disability Insurance.
FSA/HSA Options.
Generous, accruing paid time off.
Paid Parental and caregiver leave.
Career advancement and educational opportunities.
Tuition and certification reimbursement.
Well‑being Programs.
Employee Discounts.
On‑Demand Pay.
Financial Education.
Annual recognition/awards events.
Partner appreciation days.
Family entertainment/attractions discount.
Community service/improvement opportunities.
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