Respiratory Care Practitioner; RCP - Kings Mills Hospital

Overview

Mercy Health Kings Mills Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to provide respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. The practitioner performs respiratory care procedures including oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services and patient and staff education. The patient’s response to therapies is monitored, and adjustments may be recommended based on assessment.

• May serve as the shift “Charge Therapist” with responsibility for ensuring adequate staffing coverage and assigning staff to work areas and duties.
• Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy and invasive monitoring as applicable.
• Perform CPR and airway management in accordance with the American Heart Association ACLS protocol.
• Conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to maintain a patient airway, including use of endotracheal tubes, airway devices, humidification, suctioning, extubation, and monitoring equipment; document procedures in patient and department records.
• Select, assemble, monitor, and evaluate mechanical ventilators; address malfunctions and determine appropriate use for patient condition.
• May perform pulmonary function tests (PFT).
• Serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
• Assess patient status through physical examination and review of data; modify treatments based on patient response.
• Determine appropriateness of prescribed therapy and communicate recommendations to the physician.
• Set up and maintain different modes of oxygen therapy to maintain adequate oxygenation.
• Administer intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) or aerosol therapy, monitor vital signs and response, and adjust therapy as needed.
• Provide postural drainage, chest physiotherapy, and education on therapies to patients and families.
• Procure sputum for culture and sensitivity and manage airway clearance as ordered.
• Perform arterial punctures and ABG analysis; manage arterial lines and related safety procedures.
• Maintain Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies; respond to cardio-pulmonary emergencies as needed.

• Bachelor's Degree, related to Respiratory Therapy/Healthcare/Healthcare Administration (preferred)

• Current Respiratory Care License in the state of practice (required)
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialed (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 (required)
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
• NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AAP/AWHONN (preferred)
• CPFT (preferred)
• RPFT (preferred)
• ACCS (preferred)

• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required)

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations and provide quality customer service
• Data gathering and interpretation; accountability
• Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment and systems
• Therapeutic procedures experience (e.g., CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy)
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and arrhythmias
• Arterial blood gas procedures and testing
• Airway management and bedside pulmonary function testing
• Patient assessment and patient education
• Knowledge of chest suction equipment
• Chest X-ray interpretation familiarity

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (where 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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. 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. For accommodations in the employment process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at

We’re accepting qualified applicants for Mercy Health positions; this posting may be updated or closed at any time.

• Not Applicable

• Part-time

• Health Care Provider
• Industries:
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