Respiratory Care Practitioner – St. Francis Downtown
Bon Secours Mercy Health, Greenville, SC, United States
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Respiratory Care Practitioner I – St. Francis Downtown
Job Summary
The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including, but not limited to, oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions
May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
Assesses patient’s physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior, and reviewing existing data in the patient’s record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient, and modifies procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage, percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers, and spacers.
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO2 levels with accurate inspired oxygen concentrations.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy, preparing medication, adjusting machine or device, and documenting vital signs, cough productivity, relief of dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions; uses judgment and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for therapy appropriateness.
Provides postural drainage, vibration, and percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions using manual or mechanical percussion; checks orders and X‑rays for segments to be treated before initiating treatment and auscultates before and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage, clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes and ensures proper humidification.
Performs procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance, either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy, or endotracheal
asopharyngeal suctioning.
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has in-depth knowledge of arterial blood gas interpretation; performs arterial line procedures with safety precautions, sterile technique, flushing, and ABG aspirations.
May perform ECGs; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Maintains all respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardiopulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy, Health Care, Healthcare Administration or Business Administration (preferred).
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment (required).
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential (required).
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred).
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required).
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred).
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred).
Valid driver’s license (required for home care/DME).
Experience
Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred).
Six months of Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred).
Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with patients, families, physicians, and other staff members.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse people.
Good customer service skills.
Good organizational skills and time management.
Verbal and written communication.
Ability to receive feedback.
Ability to gather and interpret data.
Accountability.
Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end‑tidal CO2 analyzers.
Therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high‑flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.
Understanding of ECGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing.
Airway maneuvers.
Bedside pulmonary function.
Patient assessment.
Patient education.
Chest suction equipment knowledge.
Chest X‑ray interpretation.
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Respiratory Care Practitioner I – St. Francis Downtown
Job Summary
The Respiratory Care Practitioner I is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. Performs all respiratory care procedures including, but not limited to, oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. Monitors the patient's response to such therapies and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.
Essential Functions
May serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
Assesses patient’s physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, patient behavior, and reviewing existing data in the patient’s record.
Performs treatments according to physician orders, explains therapy and therapeutic goals to patient, and modifies procedures based on patient response.
Determines appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommends methods to physician to achieve therapeutic goals including IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage, percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers, and spacers.
Sets up and maintains different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate PaO2 levels with accurate inspired oxygen concentrations.
Administers intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy, preparing medication, adjusting machine or device, and documenting vital signs, cough productivity, relief of dyspnea, improved breath sounds and any adverse reactions; uses judgment and technical skill to determine possible adverse reactions and suggestions for therapy appropriateness.
Provides postural drainage, vibration, and percussion to ensure proper drainage of bronchial secretions using manual or mechanical percussion; checks orders and X‑rays for segments to be treated before initiating treatment and auscultates before and after procedure to note presence of clearance of secretions and response to therapy.
Instructs patients and families in incentive spirometer, metered dose inhaler (MDI) administration, postural drainage, clapping, oxygen therapy, ventilator care and home aerosol therapy.
May assist doctor with bronchoscopy and tracheostomy; assists with tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes and ensures proper humidification.
Performs procurement of sputum for culture and sensitivity or airway clearance, either by patient coaching, administration of mucolytics, aerosol therapy, or endotracheal
asopharyngeal suctioning.
Evaluates normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory value ranges.
Performs arterial punctures and analysis; has in-depth knowledge of arterial blood gas interpretation; performs arterial line procedures with safety precautions, sterile technique, flushing, and ABG aspirations.
May perform ECGs; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Maintains all respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
Responds to cardiopulmonary resuscitations and actively participates as indicated by clinical circumstances.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy, Health Care, Healthcare Administration or Business Administration (preferred).
Required Licensing & Certifications
Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment (required).
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential (required).
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred).
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required).
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross (preferred).
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred).
Valid driver’s license (required for home care/DME).
Experience
Previous working experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting (preferred).
Six months of Respiratory Therapy experience in a general care area (preferred).
Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with patients, families, physicians, and other staff members.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse people.
Good customer service skills.
Good organizational skills and time management.
Verbal and written communication.
Ability to receive feedback.
Ability to gather and interpret data.
Accountability.
Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end‑tidal CO2 analyzers.
Therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high‑flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.
Understanding of ECGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
Arterial blood gas punctures and testing.
Airway maneuvers.
Bedside pulmonary function.
Patient assessment.
Patient education.
Chest suction equipment knowledge.
Chest X‑ray interpretation.
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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