Permanent Allied-Respiratory Therapist, ICU

Respiratory Therapist - ICU

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. In this role, you will provide critical respiratory care to patients with severe breathing disorders or life-threatening conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes through advanced therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions in the ICU setting.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation and other life?support systems for critically ill patients.
• Administer aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond to emergency situations, including rapid response or code blue events, to provide airway management and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and progress in compliance with hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use when transitioning out of the ICU.

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