Per Diem/PRN Respiratory Therapist - $40-45 per hour

Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a per diem/prn Respiratory Therapist for a per diem/prn job in Savannah, Georgia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty:Respiratory TherapistDiscipline:Allied Health ProfessionalDuration:OngoingEmployment Type:Per DiemNucleus Healthcareis seeking aPRN Respiratory Therapistfor an8- 13-week contract assignmentat a leading academic health system inSavannah, GAThis health system provides access to primary, specialty, tertiary, and urgent care, all within one complete health system. Our client is a Level I trauma center, and is consistently recognized for its quality, safety, and exceptional patient care.Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, providing intensive respiratory care and patient transport into and out of the facility as medically prescribed, within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Evaluates patient and recommends a treatment plan.Explains purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to the patients, and provides necessary education upon discharging to home.Conducts physician prescribed treatments of a routine nature operating various ventilatory equipment, both invasive and non-invasive, various oxygen and aerosol devices, and various nebulizer devices in order to administer prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation and oxygenation to the chest physiotherapy by operating various equipment to promote secretion clearance.Performs suctioning of the patient by various methods (oropharyngeal, nasal and tracheal).Performs oximetry and capnography monitoring according to policy.Performs routine review of patient's chest x-rays to determine need for further 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.Performs pulmonary function studies according to policy (ie NIF, VC etc.)Assists with procedures relating to respiratory care according to policy (ie Bronchoscopy, Perc Trachs, Chest Tube placement, etc.).Performs adequate drainage of chest via PleurX catheter or similar device where applicable.Performs tracheostomy care according to policy, including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes (emergent and non-emergent).Performs arterial puncture according to policy and is able to determine efficiency of ventilation, as well as monitoring, recording and reporting of test results.For hospitals with moderate complexity labs: Follows all policies and procedures related to laboratory testing including: specimen handling, use of equipment, documentation and reporting of results, quality controls and maintenance to include: Pre-analytic, Analytic, and Post-analytic phases of testing.Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.Performs insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via free hand technique and/or video laryngoscope system.Performs set-up & self-test on all ventilatory equipment as required and operates, maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation on various types of equipment.Assists in facilitating preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed.Records all pertinent information of treatments, and patient response to treatments on respiratory care records and patient chart (including pre and post-assessment according to policy).Communicates with attending and pulmonary physician's concerning the efficiency of therapy administered to the all necessary information in hands-off communication during walking rounds for shift-to-shift.Maintains accurate respiratory therapy charging, including data entry, verification and correction of errors.Performs other duties as assigned.Additional QualificationsPost Respiratory Care program years preferred Pediatric and Adult critical care experience.AS/BS Degree, Graduate of an AMA Approved Respiratory Care Program. Bachelor preferredCurrent New Jersey State Respiratory Care Board License,Valid AHA/BLS.NRP within 6 months of starting position.Nucleus Healthcare Job ID.About Nucleus HealthcareNucleus Healthcare is a staffing and recruitment agency partnering with top-tier healthcare and life sciences facilities and organizations to deliver quality candidates looking for meaningful employment. We have permanent placement and long-contract jobs nationwide in nursing, allied health, healthcare operations and hospitality, and life sciences. Our vision of redefining the way healthcare does business is what fuels our mission to empower the people who power healthcare. Connect with a Nucleus recruiter who will partner with you to differentiate every step of your job search process today!?Benefits:Ask your Nucleus Healthcare recruiter about the benefits offered by the facility/organization you are interested in applying for.Nucleus Healthcare offers a generous $1,000 referral bonus.