Nurse Respiratory Tech
Nurse Respiratory Tech
Part Time - 24 hours/week
The Nurse Respiratory Tech provides high-quality respiratory care to promote the health and recovery of the patients served by Sakakawea Medical Center. Maintains daily contact with inpatients, outpatients, physicians, nursing staff, and department manager. Works to maintain a good working relationship.
Knowledge/Certification/Skills Required
Requires current RN licensure with the North Dakota Board of Nursing. Must maintain current BLS and ACLS certifications. Must possess excellent communication skills in order to explain/direct home programs and exercises. Must be able to interact with patients and families in a positive manner. Must be able to work with a high degree of independence and possess the ability to make decisions quickly. Must be able to work in high-stress situations and retain concentration. Possess an understanding of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology. Ability to prioritize procedures throughout the day and utilize critical thinking when necessary. Must be a great team player, who will work with the existing respiratory care team to ensure we are meeting the needs of our patients.
Essential Functions, Roles, and Responsibilities
Performs basic and critical respiratory care procedures, cardiac rehab program, and cardiac stress procedures on patients. Patients served include admits, emergency room patients, trauma and code cases, outpatients, home care patients on oxygen and CPAP/BIPAP.
Performs both evaluation and diagnostic testing on in-house patients and outpatients. Communicates with physicians for the best care of the patient according to established protocol. Interprets test results and assists in establishing the best course for the patient's recovery according to established protocol.
Perform departmental operation functions including daily charges, calibration controls on necessary equipment, stock supplies in designated areas of the facility, chart all patient interactions in the chart, make frequent rounds to stay current with order changes and requests, and monitor equipment and report all malfunctions.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive starting wage, with credit for experience. Benefits include: paid time off (PTO); paid holidays; extended sick leave; 401(k) with match; discount policy; voluntary benefits; and more!
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