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Respiratory Therapist
Sauk Prairie Healthcare. Deliver high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care across the lifespan .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in delivering patient-centered respiratory care, including comprehensive assessments, individualized care plans, and advanced respiratory therapies. Proficient in managing mechanical ventilation, performing diagnostic evaluations, and educating patients and families on respiratory health.
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Respiratory CareMechanical Ventilation ManagementPatient EducationArterial Blood Gas AnalysisRespiratory Therapy Certification
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Hard Skills
Respiratory AssessmentsOxygen Delivery ManagementInvasive and Non-Invasive VentilationPulmonary Function TestingIntubation and Extubation AssistanceEmergency Airway ProceduresWeaning Protocol ImplementationDiagnostic Result InterpretationPatient History EvaluationRespiratory Equipment Troubleshooting
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationPatient-Centered CareTeamworkAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Electronic Health RecordRespiratory Care EquipmentVentilator SystemsOxygen Delivery Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Associate Degree in Respiratory TherapyState of Wisconsin License as a Respiratory Care PractitionerBasic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Industry Keywords
Patient-Centered CareRespiratory TherapyInfection Control PracticesQuality ImprovementEvidence-Based Practice
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care across the lifespan
- Perform comprehensive, age-appropriate respiratory assessments
- Develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans
- Interpret physical assessments, diagnostic results, and patient history
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members
- Administer respiratory treatments and therapies
- Manage oxygen delivery systems and titrate oxygen based on patient condition and protocols
- Assist with intubation, extubation, and emergency airway procedures
- Provide respiratory support during Code Blue and other emergencies
- Initiate, monitor, and adjust invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
- Monitor ventilator parameters and troubleshoot system issues
- Perform weaning assessments and implement weaning protocols
- Perform arterial punctures and obtain arterial blood gases
- Conduct pulmonary function testing and other diagnostic respiratory evaluations
- Assist in neonatal resuscitation and stabilization
- Educate patients and families on respiratory diseases, equipment use, smoking cessation, inhaler techniques, and self-management
- Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment
- Adhere to infection control practices, safety standards, and organizational policies
- Document assessments, interventions, outcomes, and charges in the electronic health record
- Participate in patient care rounds and provide respiratory management recommendations
- Participate in continuing education, competency evaluations, departmental in-services, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Associate degree in respiratory therapy
- State of Wisconsin license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months of hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 6 months of hire
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year of hire
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year of hire
- Availability for a minimum of 3 shifts per month
- Availability to work holidays, weekends and off-shifts based on department need
- Preferred: 1-3 years of respiratory therapy experience
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy or related Health Science
- Preferred: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive health and dental insurance options
- Flexible paid time off to balance work and life
- Retirement plan with immediate vesting and employer match
- Discounted membership to our state-of-the-art fitness facility
- Generous tuition reimbursement
- Employer provided life and disability insurance
- Free parking at facility