Highlights
Must have ACLS, PALs, and NRP certifications or obtain within six months from the date of hire or transfer (NRP, PALs, and ACLS are not required for those who work in Pulmonary Rehab and do not float to the inpatient areas; NRP is not required for PRMC unless the RT works PICU or NICU; ACLS, PALs, and NRP are not required for the PPG Pulm PFT therapists). Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.parkview.com/ |
Description
Job Summary:
Provides care to all patient populations for therapeutic purposes. Provides bedside diagnostic procedures as needed. Reviews and maintains respiratory care plans. Performs evaluations on patients and adjusts the care appropriately. Assists as a preceptor for students and new hires.
Education:
Must be a graduate of a respiratory therapy program.
License & Cert:
Must obtain entry level certification and must have a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC. Must have a current State license for Respiratory Care Practitioners for the State where services will be provided. Must have current certification in CPR. Must have ACLS, PALs, and NRP certifications or obtain within six months from the date of hire or transfer (NRP, PALs, and ACLS are not required for those who work in Pulmonary Rehab and do not float to the inpatient areas; NRP is not required for PRMC unless the RT works PICU or NICU; ACLS, PALs, and NRP are not required for the PPG Pulm PFT therapists). Stable preferred but not required. Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse. To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview's intranet.
Experience:
None.
Other Qualifications:
Must be able to be on call. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
About Company
Welcome to Parkview
Here, you’ll find a health system dedicated to meeting your needs throughout your health journey. With 14 hospitals, 50+ clinical specialties, an extensive network of expert providers, and access to advanced technologies typically only found at academic medical centers, Parkview is improving the health of our entire region. We are continually expanding our knowledge, discovering novel ways to care for patients, and connecting our community to the supportive expertise they deserve. We are Parkview. And we are advancing healthcare to be better for you every day.