Respiratory Care Practitioner
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Virtus Healthcare Staffing is seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our partner hospital in Santa Rosa, CA. In this vital role, you will provide essential care to patients with respiratory conditions, contributing to their comfort and recovery.
Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment and Care:
- Evaluate patients' respiratory status, including conducting pulmonary function tests, analyzing arterial blood gases, and interpreting chest X-rays.
- Administer a variety of respiratory therapy treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and mechanical ventilation, based on physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitor patient response to treatments, making adjustments as necessary and communicating changes to the healthcare team.
- Educate patients and their families on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and home care instructions.
- Emergency Response:
- Respond promptly and effectively to respiratory emergencies, providing life-saving interventions and support.
- Equipment Management:
- Maintain and operate respiratory equipment, ensuring proper function and cleanliness.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues as needed.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
- Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting assessments, treatments, and patient progress.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited College in the field of Respiratory Therapy.
- Experience:
- Experience in an acute (routine and critical) respiratory care setting is required.
- Licenses/Certifications:
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner License upon hire.
- National Provider BLS – American Heart Association certification upon hire.
- National Provider ACLS – American Heart Association certification within 90 days of hire.
- National Provider PALS – American Heart Association certification within 90 days of hire.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
To Apply:
If you are a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner seeking a rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team at Virtus Healthcare Staffing and make a difference in the lives of Santa Rosa, CA patients.