FacilityCentral Harnett Hospital
LocationLillington, North Carolina
DepartmentRespiratory Care Services
Job FamilyAllied Health
Work ShiftNights (United States of America)
*Summary*Perform all aspects and modalities of Respiratory Care to Health System patients per department guidelines. Respond to resuscitation situations and other respiratory emergencies when needed. Maintain and complete appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records. Perform as charge therapist when necessary.
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities*Major Job FunctionsThe Following Is a Summary Of The Major Essential Functions Of This Job. The Incumbent May Perform Other Duties, Both Major And Minor, That Are Not Mentioned Below. In Addition, Specific Functions May Change From Time To Time:
*Minimum Qualifications*The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
*Education And Formal Training:** Associate’s degree from a COARC approved Respiratory Care Program required * Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT) required * Licensed by the NCRCB required * BCLS certified by the American Heart Association required
*Work Experience:** 1 year of clinical experience preferred
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required:** Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language * Understanding of medical terminology and current respiratory care modalities * Ability to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guests * Knowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staff
*Physical Requirements:** Ability to communicate orally * Manual dexterity to operate and assemble equipment * Visual acuity * Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time * Ability to position and move patients * Ability to push heavy equipment to patients’ bedsides * May involve skin, eye, and mucous membranes with blood or other potentially infectious materials
*Required Licenses And Certifications*RRT - National Board For Respiratory Care
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
