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Your job is more than a job
One-of-a-kind care comes from one-of-a-kind people. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you believe in treating the whole person, and not just the disease or illness, going beyond nebulizers,Ā inhalersĀ and ventilators. Cardiopulmonary disorders are life-challenging and as a registered respiratory therapist, you understand arterial puncture or cannulation, artificial airwayĀ typesĀ and sizes, initial ventilatory settings for mechanical ventilation, ventilator changes based on established parameters and patient assignments to staff based on skills inventory. And as a compassionate human being, you empathize with the feeling of āI canāt breatheā from a child suffering with asthma to an elderly patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Ā Ā Ā
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Respiratory struggles can be debilitating exhausting, so you do more than administer treatment. You go beyond...calming anxiety, easing fear, and letting your inner light shine. Seeing your patients relax and smile after liberation and alleviation of respiratory distress is why you do what you do. AndĀ thatāsĀ what we love about you.Ā Ā
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Your experiences, knowledge, skills, your empathy, compassion, personality, all ofĀ it addsĀ up to you. AndĀ weāreĀ excited to get to know you and find out whatĀ youāllĀ bring to this critical respiratory therapist role.Ā
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Your EverydayĀ
DemonstrateĀ proficiencyĀ in critical and general care procedures including patient assessment, ventilator management, arterial punctures, code III response, bronchoscopyĀ assistance, intubation,Ā monitoringĀ equipment, airway management, endo/nasotracheal suctioning, and arterial line placement, aerosol therapy, IPPB, CPT, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry,Ā aerochamber/inhaler, and peak flow meters.Ā
Organize and set priorities while assuring safe operation of all equipment needed for patient care and procedures within the established guidelines andĀ timeframes.Ā
Manage equipment/supply needs appropriately.Ā
Demonstrate quality improvement commitment throughĀ accurateĀ monitoring, documentation, and incidents.Ā
Participate in planning and problem solving.Ā
Adhere to BSI policies at all times.Ā
Perform treatments using asepticĀ techniqueĀ whenĀ required.Ā
Follow,Ā instructĀ and enforce others on infection control policies and procedures.Ā
Maintain a safe environment for everyone recognizing andĀ taking action to correctĀ unsafe conditionsĀ utilizingĀ proper channels of communication.Ā
Communicate informationĀ regardingĀ treatments ensuring patientās or family members understanding, comprehension and active participation.Ā
The Must-HavesĀ
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Minimum:Ā
Licensed Respiratory Therapist - Louisiana State Board of Medical ExaminersĀ
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)Ā Ā
Current American Heart Association (BLS, CPR) certifications.Ā Ā Ā Ā
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.Ā
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.Ā
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community.Ā
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little ācome on inā attitude is the foundation of LCMC Healthās culture of everyday extraordinary
About West Jefferson Medical Center
West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Healthās incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited.Ā For over 60 years, weāve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Centerand our Leapfrog āGrade Aā Hospital Safety distinction
Your extras
- Deliver healthcare with heart.Ā
- Give people a reason to smile.Ā
- Put a little love in your work.Ā
- Be honest and real, but with compassion.Ā Ā
- Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.Ā
- Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.Ā
- See opportunities, not problems ā itās all about perspective.Ā
- Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.Ā
- Love what makes you, you - because we do
You are welcome here.Ā
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.Ā LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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Simple things make the difference.Ā
1.Ā Ā Ā To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.Ā
2.Ā Ā Ā To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.Ā Ā
3.Ā Ā Ā To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.Ā
4.Ā Ā Ā To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.Ā
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