Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights Lenexa City Center

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Respiratory Therapist - AdventHealth Lenexa City Center
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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019
- Benefits and PTO available day 1
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Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full Time 12 hour shifts, including weekends. 6:30pm 7:00am
Shift : Nights
Location: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center
16950 W. 86th St. Lenexa KS 66219
The community you'll be caring for:
Our newest hospital in the Kansas City metro area AdventHealth Lenexa City Center will include around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services and inpatient beds for medical-surgical and short-stay units.
The new campus will include:
244,000 square feet Capacity for 98 total beds (44 on opening and 54 slated for future expansion) Four operating rooms (two upon opening and two slated for future dates)
For more information on our new hospital please visit: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center (https://www.adventhealth.com/adventhealth-lenexa-city-center)
The role you'll contribute:
The Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the hospital as outlined in Pulmonary Services procedure manual. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the routine as well as critical care modes of respiratory care. Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides recommendations and/or changes to care based on patients current status.
The value you'll bring to the team:
Respond to emergency situations immediately, perform appropriate patient assessment and intervention and replace emergency supplies in a timely manner,
Demonstrate understanding of Code Blue and Rapid Response procedures,
Assure code blue intubation and blade boxes are checked daily and after use,
Perform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care plan
Perform ABGs and process according to department procedure, understand results and take appropriate action
Follows the AIDET model( Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank)l at all times,
Demonstrate proficiency with multiple devices i.e. EzPAP, Flutter Valve, PEP, Theravest/Smart Vest, Acapella and Incentive Spirometry
Demonstrate ability to initiate and operate the Draeger Ventilator
Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of the iVent
Demonstrate ability to identify appropriate, initiate and document in hospital IPOCS
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Associate's Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
· Up to 1 Year of Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
· Bachelor's Degree
· 1 Years of Position-Related Experience
· American Association of Respiratory Care Certified Pulmonary Function Tech or Registered Pulmonary Function Tech
· 2 years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1 year of work experience
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
· Kansas Respiratory Therapist License
· BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
· NRP if working in the NICU
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Respiratory Services
Organization: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 3 - Night
Req ID: 25008153 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
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Location:
Lenexa, KS
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Healthcare And Medical

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