This is a Registered Respiratory Therapist -- PRN position with a company in Bay St. Louis, MS.

　　Summary: This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT set-ups, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. The RT-CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

　　Responsibilities: Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure. Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient. Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans. Performs diagnostic procedures. Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

　　Qualifications: Required -- Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice. Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. ACLS obtained in 90 days. Preferred -- Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

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