Job Description

Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - PRN Premium
Our Lady of the Angels - Bogalusa, LA

The Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Responsible for the management of Life Support systems and responding to medical emergencies within the hospital. The CRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies. The position relies on education and entry-level training to complete responsibilities. The CRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff.

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1. Compliance/Quality
   1. Checks patient record for orders prior to each treatment.
   2. Thoroughly explains to each patient to ensure cooperation and compliance.
   3. Demonstrates an understanding of all aspects of ventilator management.
   4. Selects interventions appropriate to age and growth level when planning care.
   5. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the equipment and oxygen devices used in the delivery of Respiratory Care.
   6. Adheres to hospital policy on the usage of Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Time.
   7. Reports to work on time, and if necessary, reports tardiness to appropriate person.
   8. Employee shall conform to regulatory, customer and organizational requirements.
   9. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PEP) in the appropriate manner for optimal personal protection.
   10. Adheres to infection control practices.
   11. Has completed required TB skin test's).
2. Patient Care Delivery
   1. Performs patient assessment and implements care plan to include routine and special procedures to meet therapeutic objectives.
   2. Checks of ventilator orders prior to making ventilator changes.
   3. Administers all therapy according to department policy and procedure by performing checks as required by department and documenting checks according to P&P as well as analyzing oxygen concentration and monitoring cuff pressure as required.
   4. Measures ventilator parameters daily on the day shift and documents on the ventilator flow sheet.
   5. Provides patient assessment based on clinical data.
   6. Performs a complete patient assessment at the beginning of each shift and documents accordingly.
   7. Implements care plan to meet therapeutic objectives.
   8. Performs EKG's, completes EKG requisitions and tracings according to departmental P&P.
3. Collaboration/Partnerships
   1. Demonstrates effective problem solving and communicates effectively with appropriate team members utilizing the chain of command.
   2. Suggest ways of improving the provision of patient care through the appropriate channels.
   3. Demonstrates ability to make patients, guests, and co-workers feel welcomed and respected as individuals, treating others with dignity and respect.
   4. Demonstrates sensitivity to the comfort of all customers/guests and responds appropriately to their needs utilizing cultural and religious sensitivity.
   5. When requested, adjusts personal schedule to meet department/unit needs.
4. Professional Development
   1. Utilizes time to accomplish work in an efficient manner.
   2. Maintains a professional appearance, according to job requirements, at all times.
   3. Attend all required mandatory educational sessions.
   4. Assumes personal responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
5. Other Duties as Assigned
   1. Responds appropriately to fire, safety and disaster situations.
   2. Accepts additional work assignments as assigned by supervisor.

Education - Associates Degree or equivalent ( 10 Years experience as licensed therapist substituted for Associates Degree)

Training - Graduate of AMA approved program

Special Skills -Successful completion of the National Certification exam administered by the NBRC.

Our Lady of the Angels Hospital is part of FMOL Health The health system was organized in 1984 to unite three existing hospitals in Louisiana which were already part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady's mission of extending the healthcare of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the health system serves patients across the State of Louisiana through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems and currently employs over 10,000 individuals.
Our Lady of the Angels Hospital’s exceptional team members put their hearts and souls into serving the Washington Parish community all day, every day. They appreciate the trust that the community places in them, and they strive to continually offer enhanced innovation and expanded access to quality healthcare, close to home.