Job Summary Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills learned and refined through education and experience as a Respiratory Therapist. A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) demonstrates these skills by successfully completing examinations administered by the Nation Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and earning the credential "RRT." A Registered Respiratory Therapist is able to assess, evaluate results, and implement complex methods of providing care. Participates in the delivery of care and functions as a specialty clinical resource for other caregivers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other job duties as assigned. Responsibilities • Assesses the patient. • Develops the plan of care. • Implements the plan of care. • Evaluates the plan of care. • Administers medications as prescribed. • Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education. • Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. • Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care. • Provides clinical leadership. • Supports life long learning. • Completes assigned goals. Specifications Experience Minimum Required • Recent clinical respiratory care experience (hospital, home care, skilled nursing facility) and/or previous respiratory care practice. Preferred/Desired • 1 year hospital experience. Education Minimum Required Associates in Applied Sciences - Respiratory Therapy Preferred/Desired Bachelor's of Science Training Minimum Required • Successful completion of Hospital and Departmental orientation. Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required • Basic computer knowledge using Windows Operating system and Microsoft Office. Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required • RRT;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE • Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - Mississippi Preferred/Desired • ACLS