- Administer oxygen, aerosolized medication via Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing ( IPPB), Intermittent Aerosol Therapy (IAT) and Metered Dose Inhaler ( MDI) and incentive breathing devices.
- Perform nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning, CPR and bag- mask ventilation, pulse oximetry monitoring, arterial blood gas punctures and bedside pulmonary mechanics.
- Diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures, pulmonary function studies, EKGs and cardiac monitoring.
- Assure correct set-up, safety and function of all equipment/ supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
- Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures.
- Understands pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions.
- Provides education to patients, families, physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- Completion of AMA 2 approved year Associates Degree, or the equivalent program.
- Completion of a 2 year AMA approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent).
- Must maintain annual skill maintenance requirements Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements
- Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEUs
- None required
- Six months to one year of clinical experience following graduation from a respiratory care program.
- North Carolina State Licensure or North Carolina State Provisional License, Certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- If CRT, must obtain RRT within 6 months of employment
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), and any other applicable certifications applicable to the institution.
- North Carolina State Licensure
- Registry ( RRT) by the National Association for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRPS) if applicable to institution
- Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient.
- Skills validation/certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level.
- Must maintain annual skill and safety/compliance requirements
- Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEU's
- Customer service and communication expertise.
- Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team.
- Work is performed in all areas of the hospital.
- Required to carry emergency airway bag weighing approximately 20 pounds.
- Work requires walking, running, climbing and bending.
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Description
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community.
No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S.
News and World Report for Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
$15,000 Commitment Bonus eligible if qualified, plus $5,000 kicker bonusUp to $8,000 Relocation Assistance eligible if qualified
New Grad and Advanced Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner - Duke University Hospital - Nights - Full Time
Schedule: 7pm to 7am - 3 shifts a week
Duke University Hospital seeks to hire a Pediatric Respiratory Care Practitioner who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.
Duke Children's Hospital is the #1 children's hospital in North Carolina and provides nationally-ranked services in neonatal and pediatric specialties including cardiology and heart surgery, pulmonology, oncology and general surgery.
The Duke Children's Hospital Respiratory Care Practitioners provide services for a 76-bed Level IV Intensive Care Nursery, 20-bed Pediatric Cardiothoracic ICU, 20-bed Pediatric ICU, 18-bed Pediatric Emergency Room and 34 critical care stepdown beds.
Practitioners also provide care for pediatric oncology, medical and surgical general care areas.The Duke Children's Hospital Respiratory Care practice provides conventional and high-frequency ventilator management by therapist-driven protocols, intubation, surfactant administration, airway clearance, and manage disease processes and develop plans of care via consultation during interdisciplinary rounds in additional to standard Respiratory Care therapeutics.
Opportunities for hyperbaric therapy and ECMO are available for qualified candidates. Duke University Children's Hospital is located adjacent to Duke University campus in Durham, NC.Job Description
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders. Defined duties are performed in neonatal and pediatric patient populations.
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RCP Advanced
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RCP Advanced
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RCP Advanced
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