Sr Registered Respiratory Therapist (Nights)

We are recruiting for a motivated Sr Registered Respiratory Therapist (Nights) to join our team! We are here for lifes journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Respiratory Therapy The Respiratory Therapy department provides protocolized therapist driven care in our Level I Trauma Center, Severe Acuity Medical Cardiac ICU, Level 3B Neonatal ICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Emergency Rooms and tertiary centers of Denver Health. Patients come from throughout the region to be cared for in our hospital. The RT department is equipped with all the necessities, technology, and emergency equipment for providing the full spectrum of care to the most critically ill and injured patients. Our patient population consists of the critically ill of all ages. The ECLS/ECMO program is staffed only by trained RTs. Our RT to patient ratios consistently allow for comprehensive are averaging 1:6 RT to ventilator. *Respiratory Therapists are eligible for highly competitive shift differentials, and advancement ability through a career ladder with additional compensation. ** Full Time and PRN/ Intermittent Opportunities Available. ** Job Summary Under general supervision, administers safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by a physician, with emphasis in critical care areas. Monitors mechanical ventilation, administers medications and performs patient assessment. Understands ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, arterial blood gas analysis, and other complex physiologic data. Essential Functions: Initiates, maintains, monitors and document mechanical ventilator support. Performs effective airway management to include bag/mask ventilation. Assist physician with endotracheal intubation. Demonstrates safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiates and performs CPR. Primarily responsible for airway management during emergent situations. Performs arterial blood gas analysis in accordance with CLIA and CAP regulations. Evaluates chest x-ray for endotracheal tube placement and other conditions for optimizing delivery of Respiratory Care. Administers oxygen through a variety of oxygen delivery devices. Delivers aerosol therapy including small volume nebulizers and large volume nebulizers. Performs pulmonary hygiene therapy. Provides noninvasive ventilator support to intubated and non-intubated patients. Assists with in-house transport of patients. Effectively discusses advanced respiratory pathophysiology with physicians, able to implement changes based on patient condition. (35%) Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all Respiratory Care procedures per department and hospital standards. Verifies and completes Respiratory Care physicians orders. Receives and gives accurate and complete handoff report. Updates and completes patient information for handoff report to reflect patients current clinical status. Be prepared to receive/give report at specified times. Provides timely and accurate update information to the providers and other hospital personnel. Make recommendations for changes or modification of patient therapy by contacting provider. Assists with delivery of supplies, and assures adequate supply of respiratory therapy equipment in work area. Assists with the cleaning, setup, and testing of respiratory equipment. Assists in the delivery of compressed gas cylinders. Provides assistance in arranging for discharges as requested. (35%) Maintains and follows all infection control practices per department and hospital standards. Complies with all departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and written expectations. Reports observed adverse changes in a patients condition and/or treatment plan to a member of the medical or nursing staff. Maintains competencies, credentials, certifications, certified education credits and education as directed by the department. (30%) Education: Associate's Degree Graduation from an AMA approved School for Registration in Respiratory Care, passing score on the NBRC examination for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at the time of application required Work Experience: 1-3 years experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Licenses: Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT - NBRC - National Board for Respiratory Care required RTL-Respiratory Therapy License - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Respiratory Care standards and guidelines used to perform essential functions of the job. Excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment Understand and institute advanced invasive or non-invasive modes of ventilation as ordered by physician or per protocol Excellent communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital staff and coworkers. Has the skill to properly use ventilators, monitoring equipment, oxygen-respiratory equipment and other clinic tools. Ability to deliver medical gases, set up and maintain the device and ensure appropriate humidification levels. Proficient in MS Office. Shift Nights (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $30.68 - $47.55 / hr Benefits Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denvers 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorados primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Denver Health was founded as City Hospital in 1860 to serve the health care needs of the rapidly developing city of Denver. Since then, we have grown alongside the community to become a complete health care system, proudly providing care for all residents -- at every point in their lives. We believe healthy people are the foundation of a vibrant community, and Denver Health has been treating and healing the people of Denver for more than 160 years. Today, Denver Health delivers preventive, primary and acute care services. We are committed to making our community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family. Youll see that commitment in the programs we offer, through the care we provide and in our determination to achieve continuous improvement so our community always has the best care available. As a comprehensive, integrated organization, we provide hospital and emergency care to the public, regardless of ability to pay. This integration promotes continuity of care for each patient and assures health care that is delivered in the most efficient, cost-effective setting. We care for: thirty-three percent of Denver's population annually; Denver Health sees nearly 1,200,000 total patient visits annually. one in three Denver-area children each year. the needs of special populations such as the poor, uninsured, pregnant teens, persons addicted to alcohol and other substances, victims of violence and the homeless. As Colorado's primary safety-net institution, Denver Health has provided uncompensated care and serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.