Respiratory Tech Student

Description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Respiratory Tech Student PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. Davids North Austin Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Respiratory Tech Student PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP), the Respiratory Therapy Student Technician will administer noninvasive respiratory care /therapy to patients as ordered by the attending physician; and perform noninvasive diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, therapy under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Supervisor or Respiratory Therapy Charge Therapist participates in providing patient specific care standards as directed, and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administers and monitors respiratory therapy treatments

• Administers therapy according to established departmental policy

• Responds immediately to Code Blue codes and Rapid Response calls and correctly manages the airway and external compressions under the direct supervision of a licensed RCP

• Follows established hospital and departmental infection control policies

• Consult Charge therapist when in doubt about a procedure or situation

Records pertinent information on patient medical record

• Accurately documents all respiratory care interventions intravenous during assigned shift

• Maintains up-to-date departmental records

• Enters charges per shift for service performed/provided

• Gives knowledgeable and accurate shift report to oncoming shift

Performs noninvasive diagnostic tests and non-invasive respiratory therapy, i.e. nebulizer therapy

• Performs bedside spirometry and accurately records results

• Performs peak flow, inspiratory and expiratory force and vital capacity measurements

• Monitors pulse oximetry

• Performs EKGs as ordered

Administers and monitors continuous oxygen therapy

• Sets up oxygen new starts according to departmental policy within 20 minutes of notification

• Monitors all continuous oxygen therapy, according to departmental policy

• Performs cleaning, preventive maintenance and calibration of Respiratory Therapy equipment as required

• Employees conduct must reflect the Companys values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct ethics and compliance program.

• Employee reflects SDH Service Excellence standards in every interaction.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Respects and maintains the confidentiality of information relative to patient care. Under the supervision of a licensed RCP, Patient Care Technicians administer routine therapeutic treatment modalities (e.g., oxygen therapy, inhalation medications, chest physiotherapy, etc.) and noninvasive diagnostic/assessment procedures (e.g., pulmonary function testing and pulse oximetry). General knowledge of respiratory care and how it relates to the other health care disciplines. Good communication and interpersonal skills. They work closely with physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals. Other contacts include visitors, vendors and staff from other area hospitals. Ability to write accurate and concise clinical documents. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the department and with department customers. Must be able to demonstrate understanding of HCAs and St. Davids Patients First safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures. Recognizes that variables such as age, race, nationality, culture, disease-causing vulnerabilities, and socioeconomic factors affect the patient populations under their care as defined in the units provision of care statements. Uses interventions appropriate to these factors (e.g., interpreter, dietary preferences, social service consult, etc.)Expected to abide by all policies and procedures and inquire when needed for clarification.

Preferred: Computer skills, patient charting and office applications

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• High School Graduate / GED

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent or higher level of education
• Currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program and completed two semesters. Active student status must be maintained and documented.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Must be presently enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program, pursuant to Texas licensure required.
• Required: BLS certification as per SDH policy
• Preferred: ACLS certification as per SDH policy

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center is a multi-specialty hospital in Texas withmore than 360 beds. The facility is home to St. Davids Childrens Hospital, St. Davids WomensCenter of Texas featuring a Level III NICU, a Kidney Transplant Center, and the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Additional servicesoffered at this medical center include 24-hour emergency care, heart and vascular care, neurology andneurosurgery, rehabilitation services, and inpatient and outpatient surgery.

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center is part of St. Davids HealthCare, which is oneof the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St.Davids HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and twolocal non-profits - St. Davids Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for thedelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Tech Student PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status