Respiratory Therapist

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Department: Respiratory Therapy Schedule: PRN, Nights, 7p to 7a, 1 to 2x12-Hour Shifts/Week Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts​ Location: SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Shawnee Job Summary: Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis. - Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines. - Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities. - Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome. - Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other avai...