Respiratory Care Intern, PRN

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location:

El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905

Position Type: PRN

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Health Care

Under the direction of the specified shift Respiratory Care Supervisor, Administrative and Medical Director, the Respiratory Care Student (RCS) is responsible for the assessment, treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the pulmonary system. The RCS provides Respiratory Care to non‑critical patients in the hospital and delivers training and services appropriate to patients of all age groups.

The RCS applies clinical respiratory judgment to implement a respiratory program and maintains standards for professional respiratory practice in the clinical setting. The RCS communicates necessary information and makes recommendations to physicians and nurses as appropriate.

• Enrolled for credit in the clinical portion of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Student currently enrolled in an approved CoARC Respiratory Therapy program pursuing a Respiratory Therapy Degree.
• Intern must obtain the Registry Board Exam by the NBRC and Texas License within 90 days after graduation from the Respiratory Care Program approved by CoARC in order to retain employment as Respiratory Care Therapist.

• Must have comprehensive knowledge of routine procedures with critical‑thinking skills for adults, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.