Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist; RRT - in Robinson, IL

Registered Respiratory Therapist Location: Robinson, IL Agency: Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. Pay: $1,939 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. to find a qualified RRT in Robinson, Illinois, 62454!

Position Summary The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing Cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific Physician's orders and department policies and procedures. Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates respiratory care equipment. General Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities Performs accurate and complete respiratory assessments of patients;

conducts initial screenings; assesses and reassesses pain; assessments are age, culture and psycho-social appropriate. Determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, and medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning, including: educating the patient/family regarding pain management;

discharge planning/follow-up instructions. Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes, and consults with Physician if adverse reactions occur. Prepares and administers medications based on age/ clinical condition of the patient; demonstrates knowledge of respiratory medications, outcomes, and side effects. Conducts tests, such as holter monitoring, cardiac monitoring, and lung capacity tests, to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions;

adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results in therapy. Completes routine daily, weekly and monthly cleaning; maintains department equipment and assists with calibration of equipment; ensures proper documentation is completed. Documentation is complete, accurate and timely; prepares the patient record in both electronic and chart form. Performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors;

utilizes established hand-off communication protocols. Complies with all established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Participates in performance improvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification / Licensure Requirements Current IL Respiratory Therapist License Required BLS Required ACLS Required NRP Required PALS Required Experience Requirements Respiratory Therapy minimum 1 year Preferred Computer Skills Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs Additional Skills Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner Excellent communication and customer service skills

Shift: 6:00PM-6:30AM;
Rotating days- 1 week W, TH, F; 1 week M, T, W

Specialty Type:
Cardiopulmonary

Sub Specialties:
Respiratory Therapy

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