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Respiratory Therapist RRT Full Time Days

Kindred Healthcare

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#Patient Assessment #BLS #ACLS #Healthcare #Critical Care #PALS #Respiratory Therapy #RRT #EKG #NRP #NBRC #Cardiopulmonary

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 10 days ago

Location

Hartsville, South Carolina

Quick overview

The RRT delivers advanced respiratory care and manages mechanical ventilation for patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. They perform critical diagnostic procedures and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements summary

Requires a degree from an AMA-approved respiratory therapy program and RRT credentialing from the NBRC. Must hold a state license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP, with three years of experience preferred.

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Job description

Join Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, a 116-bed community hospital located in Hartsville, SC, that has been recently honored with ScionHealth’s Platinum Award, eight consecutive “A” safety grades from Leapfrog, Top General Hospital honors from Leapfrog, and recognition as a Great Community Hospital by Becker's Hospital Review.
The hospital delivers excellence across the continuum of services, and holds numerous accreditations and certifications in areas that include chest pain, stroke and heart failure, hip and knee replacement, sepsis, and more.
Come grow your career at Carolina Pines, where innovation, safety, and community are core to everything we do.
Job Summary The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers advanced respiratory care for patients across the lifespan with both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.
The RRT performs critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages mechanical ventilation, and provides emergency respiratory support.
The RRT functions as a clinical expert and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
Essential Functions Independently manages ventilator settings based on patient condition, blood gases, and physician direction.
Performs advanced diagnostics such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support.
Assists with rapid response and code blue interventions.
Provides age-specific therapy to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
Educates patients and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management.
Leads or assists in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
Maintains documentation of all assessments, therapies, and outcomes in a timely manner.
Ensures proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of all respiratory equipment.
Participates in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Advanced clinical knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology, equipment, and treatment protocols.
Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Able to function effectively under pressure and during emergencies.
Proficient with electronic medical record systems and documentation.
Able to lift and transport up to 50 lbs and work prolonged shifts.
Demonstrates leadership and mentoring skills.

Education Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program leading to RRT eligibility.
Licenses/Certifications Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame required by facility policy.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame required by facility policy.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within time frame required by facility policy.
Experience Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred.
Demonstrated clinical proficiency in ventilator management, diagnostic testing, and critical care procedures.