Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to work at a facility in San Quentin, California . These are registry positions with our company.
Identifies breath sounds, recognizes abnormal breath sounds, recognizes abnormal arterial blood gases, identifies amount and character of secretions, determine need for supplemental oxygen/suction 2. Reports changes in patient's status to charge nurse or physician and staff caring for patient
Documents Respiratory Care consistent with hospital charting standards
Complies with hospital policy for receiving doctor's orders, including verbal and phone
Accurately gives report to oncoming shift
Reports extraordinary patient problems to supervisor, director or administrator as necessary
Complies with hospital policies and procedures for selected precautions, i.e.; seizure, suicide
Uses principles of body mechanics in mobilizing patient or objects
Asks for help when lifting heavy patients
Complies with policies for restraints
Complies with policies for electrical safety
Checks the Emergency Equipment policy
Incorporates infection control principles in practice
Demonstrates skills related to the management of emergency situations
Complies with policy for cardio-pulmonary arrest
Demonstrates competency for ABG drawing and sampling
Demonstrates competency for Quality Control and ABG analyzers
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 36 months (3yrs) as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
Ability to build rapport with patients
Compassionate and caring demeanor
Familiarity with medical terminology
A valid and current CPR card (American Heart Association)
Must have up to date credentials in the state of California
If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Richard Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).
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