Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job Summary
Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the Nation Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential RRT. A Registered Respiratory Therapist is able to assess, evaluate results, and implement complex methods of providing care. Participates in the delivery of care and functions as a specialty clinical resource for other caregivers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other job duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
* Assesses the patient.
* Develops the plan of care.
* Implements the plan of care.
* Evaluates the plan of care.
* Administers medications as prescribed.
* Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education.
* Participates in activities designed...