Respiratory Therapist for 13 weeks starting 12/01/2024 in Des Moines, IA with Medical Talent - Night Shift - $1668.00/week

Travel Respiratory Therapist job duties

While job duties may vary depending on the facility you work with, here are some common Travel Respiratory Therapist responsibilities:

• Assess and evaluate patients' respiratory conditions by reviewing medical histories, conducting physical exams, and performing diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with respiratory conditions, including asthma, COPD, and pneumonia.
• Administer respiratory therapies, such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, and chest physiotherapy, to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
• Monitor patients' responses to respiratory treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Operate and maintain respiratory equipment, such as ventilators, nebulizers, and CPAP machines, ensuring proper function and safety.
• Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions, using respiratory equipment, and performing breathing exercises.
• Provide emergency respiratory care, including airway management, resuscitation, and stabilization of critically ill patients.
• Document patients' medical histories, assessments, treatments, and progress accurately and promptly in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with respiratory conditions.
• Conduct pulmonary function tests to assess lung capacity and function, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disorders.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all aspects of respiratory care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay current with advancements in respiratory therapy practices.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families, helping them cope with respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Supervise and mentor respiratory therapy students and junior staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.