Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT)

Job overview

Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT at SSM Health in Monroe, WI. This is a full-time, onsite position with a schedule including one 12-hour night shift and remaining hours on day shift. Compensation is not specified. The purpose of this role is to provide evaluation and care for respiratory therapy patients, administering prescribed respiratory therapeutic services.

What you'll do

• Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.
• Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition.
• Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment.
• Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment.
• Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate's Degree

Experience

No experience required.

Skills & competencies

full-time

respiratory care practitioner

rrt

ssm health

monroe wi

flexible shift

allied health

no degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Payment Options
• Upfront Tuition Coverage

About the employer

SSM Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.