Respiratory Therapist II, PRN

Job Description
Manages an assigned case load and responds to emergent patient needs. Functions as part of a larger team to support all patients under the department’s care.:
Performs a variety of respiratory care treatments to specific patient populations, i.e., adult, pediatric, or neonatal. Verifies all interventions are supported by protocol or LIP order. Observes and monitors physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, general physical response to respiratory care procedures.  Collaborates with LIP during patient rounds the therapeutic treatment plans to determine whether initiation, modification, or discontinuation of the treatment regimen is warranted. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
Administers therapeutic and diagnostic gases (exclusive of anesthetic agents), aerosolized medication treatments and chest physiotherapy. Administers invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and adjusts ventilation equipment to optimize patient support.  Ensures correct ventilator alarms and settings.  Collaborates with the healthcare team when adjusting ventilation parameters and settings, as necessary in accordance with patient’s response. Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by reviewing chest x-rays, utilizing noninvasive monitor values and laboratory results.  Monitors patient appearance and vital signs and consults with the LIP or a senior practitioner as necessary
Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems
Contributes to departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality.  Participates in student and employee training and education activities.