Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN
Company: Asheville Specialty Hospital
Location: Waynesville
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career
opportunities as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN you want with
your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to
join Asheville Specialty Hospital which is part of the nation's
leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits
Asheville Specialty Hospital, offers a total rewards package that
supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and
free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred
banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of
colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT
PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions
are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of
others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge
and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory
Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered
respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific
requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and
standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a
vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist
performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures
and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical
ventilation. What you will do in this role:Role Summary: Supports
department by providing care to patients requiring all types of
respiratory support including critical, emergency, general therapy,
and infant transport. Supports organizational improvement by
teaching and participating in the management of resources for
patient care.
- You will perform and document patient assessment, including
breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct
diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to,
respiratory therapy.
- You will administer respiratory care therapies, including
oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest
physiotherapy.
- You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will
initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.
- You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will
notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an
unintended response.
- You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent
patients.
- You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure
airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as
required. What qualifications you will need:
- Required Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Care OR
Completion of Respiratory Care Program Accredited by Commission on
Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
- Preferred Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Care OR
Completion of Respiratory Care Program Accredited by Commission on
Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and 20 years of
experience
- Required License: Registered by NBRC; a current North Carolina
License issued by North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) and
a current BCLS.
- Preferred License: ACLS, PALS, NRP (Pediatric-Perinatal
Specialty)
- Preferred Experience: 2 Years Critical Care Asheville Specialty
Hospital is a licensed long-term acute care hospital offering a
unique treatment approach for complex medical conditions by
designing an individualized treatment plan in cooperation with your
medical provider. We are a Joint Commission accredited and CMS
certified hospital. Our approach to care is family-oriented,
providing a compassionate atmosphere that improves outcomes and
values family as a part of the treatment and recovery process. Our
low staff-to-patient ratio allows us to provide intensive, highly
skilled treatment and therapeutic care for you or your loved one.
Asheville Specialty Hospital, a member of Mission Health, is an
operating division of HCA Healthcare. HCA Healthcare has been
recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the
Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA
Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery
of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated
expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." -
Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking
for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth,
we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN
opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be
contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our
company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital
status, veteran status, or disability status
Keywords: Asheville Specialty Hospital, Asheville , Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN, Healthcare , Waynesville, North Carolina
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