Respiratory Care Associate (PRN)

Job Requirements

Position Summary

The PRN-Respiratory Care Associate under the guidance of the Supervisor, Department Director/Manager, and Medical Director performs the duties necessary to deliver inhaled medications and oxygen medical gases utilizing treatment and oxygen delivery devices.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be currently enrolled in a full-time Respiratory Therapy program OR within 6 months post-graduation with a South Carolina temporary respiratory therapy license.
• Or recent Respiratory program graduate in process of obtaining SC RCP License and passing NBRC Respiratory boards.

Experience

• Has completed at minimum one semester of class through Respiratory Therapy program.
• Must complete an in-house department orientation and competency training.

License/Registration/Certifications

• BLS Certification

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time Respiratory Student in an approved Respiratory Therapy program.

Preferred Experience

• Has completed enough clinical rotations through Respiratory Therapy program, to qualify as a 2nd year student.

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

• BLS Certification

Core Job Responsibilities

• Delivery of oxygen to maintain oxygen saturations according to our Oxygen Protocol.
• Administer respiratory inhaled medications for patients in general care areas.
• Perform EKG tracings according to policy and procedures and upload to Epiphany Cardio Serve software.
• Assist with stocking Respiratory supply areas as requested.
• Other duties as assigned