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DescriptionSummary: Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Responsibilities:* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. * Include, but are not limited to:* Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;* Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;* Delivery of aerosolized drugs;* Ventilator management (i.E.: setup and operation);* Oral hygiene;* Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;* Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;* Oxygen deliverydevices and therapeutic monitoring;* Chest film analysis;* Bloodgas collection and analysis;* EKG analysis;* Accurate and complete documentation;* Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;* Participate in CAP and JC surveys.* RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader. * Advanced practice skills may include:* Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;* Pulmonary Function Testing;* Bronchoscopy assist;* Hemodynamic Monitoring;* Waveform analysis;* Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);Job Requirements:Education/Skills* See licensure and/or certification requirementsExperience* 2 - 3 years of experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or Certifications* RCP License in the state of employment required * BLS required * CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) requiredWork Schedule:TBD Work Type:Per Diem As Needed