Registered Respiratory Therapist II - Float

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description:

Job Summary Responsible for delivering comprehensive respiratory care through airway management, mechanical ventilation, blood gas analysis, oxygen and aerosol therapies, and patient education. Ensures accurate documentation of patient care activities and therapy results in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Coordinates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and support care plans. Maintains and orders necessary supplies for respiratory services and pulmonary function labs.

Facilitates referrals, resource coordination, and patient education across inpatient, outpatient, and outreach clinic settings. The Cardiopulmonary Services Float position provides patient care and operational support across multiple service areas, including the Sleep Center, Pulmonary Function Laboratory, Inpatient Respiratory Care, and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation. Under the direction of the department manager, the float team member will perform duties within their scope of practice and competency, assisting with staffing and patient care needs as assigned.

This position requires flexibility to work in various clinical settings and adapt to changing departmental needs. Weekend, holiday, and other scheduled coverage requirements are required to ensure continuity of patient care and departmental operations.

• Provides competent patient care through airway management, therapies, oxygen administration, ventilator management, and arterial analysis.
• Assesses and responds to all patient care needs related to the pulmonary system.
• Documents patient care activities, therapies, and results according to policy and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates with healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care and effective handoffs.
• Reports patient care issues to management as needed.
• Maintains active state licensure, completes competency requirements, and fulfills employee health and safety standards.
• Meets standards for point of care testing and adheres to departmental policies.
• Precepts and supports orientees, less experienced staff, and learners across disciplines.
• Educates and trains interdisciplinary team members on respiratory care responsibilities and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training from an accredited Respiratory therapy program

2-5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

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