Travel Respiratory Therapist
Wenatchee, WA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The position involves working three 12-hour shifts per week, covering early morning and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State License
• Registered, registry eligible, or certified by the NBRC
• Graduate of an approved school of respiratory care
• Experience with EPIC systems
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications

Job Functions

• Administer medically prescribed medications safely and effectively, ensuring knowledge of their indications and contraindications.
• Follow protocols and procedures for therapeutic modalities, including Nebulizer, CPT, Flutter Valve, CPAP/BiPAP, and High Flow treatments.
• Set up and monitor oxygen aerosol administration, ensuring that oxygen cylinders are maintained in proper carriers.
• Perform comprehensive artificial airway care, including deep blind tracheal suctioning on patients.
• Utilize measuring devices effectively, such as pulse oximeters, respirometers, manometers, cuff/pressure gauges, and oxygen blenders.
• Oversee the setup, safety check, monitoring, and troubleshooting of mechanical ventilators.
• Administer CPAP setup and management as required.
• Maintain accurate and legible records, documenting clinical notes in patient charts.

If you are a compassionate professional looking to make a difference in the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply and join our team of healthcare experts.