Respiratory Therapist (RT) #C-RRT-8842704

Summary:

• Ref #: C-RRT-8842704.
• Profession: Respiratory Therapist.
• Job Type: Contract/Travel.
• Location: Norfolk, VA.
• Start Date: ASAP.
• Duration: 17 weeks.
• Schedule:, 07:00 PM-07:00 AM.
• Rate: Travel: $1,677/35-hours; Local: $1,652/35-hours.

Requirements:

• Valid and active Respiratory Therapy State license.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients' respiratory health, including lung function and oxygen levels.
• Create personalized respiratory care plans based on assessments and medical history.
• Administer treatments to improve lung function and relieve respiratory distress.
• Manage mechanical ventilators and adjust settings for patients with breathing difficulties.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and self-care.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies per established protocols.
• Maintain and ensure the cleanliness of respiratory equipment.
• Document assessments and treatments accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Follow infection control and quality assurance standards in compliance with regulations.
• Other duties assigned by Management.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.