Per Diem / PRN Respiratory Care Practitioner
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
5x8 hrs

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) PRN Commit: 

The PRN Commit program is a staffing plan to address seasonal surges in patient volumes. Individuals will be expected to commit to a 16-week assignment; opportunities to extend may be available based on patient volumes and staffing need. This is an as needed position; to ensure the best coverage during our season surges, external new hires should be available for 3 shifts per week. A completion payout is also available to be paid at the end of each 16-week assignment block. 

Why Children’s Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.  Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.  Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
The RCP performs the functions of a respiratory care practitioner in direct care. This position utilizes the respiratory care process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care and works effectively with members of the health care team, including the family in the provision of care to patients. 

Responsibilities:
* Demonstrates competence in professional practice: Utilizes established standards of evidence based care to guide practice; Provides direct patient care including but not limited to: mechanical ventilation, aerosol therapy, pulmonary hygiene, suctioning, oxygen therapy, inhaled gases; Documents patient status, patient response, and respiratory practitioner interventions accurately and clearly; Provides and reinforces health teaching with patients and families; Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team; Preceptor for novice therapists; Utilizes available resources to impact patient care and solve practice problems; Practice contributes toward achieving Respiratory Care Mission and Vision Statement; Utilizes the National Patient Safety Goals to provide a safe environment for patients
* Participates in the development of professional and educational activities: Participates in continuing educational opportunities at Children’s: Supports professional organization of Respiratory Care; Shares pertinent information gained from professional seminars, conferences, books, or journals; Assists in identifying learning needs of staff therapist and other healthcare workers.; Develops, presents and evaluates programs to meet educational needs of other healthcare workers; Is a member of interdisciplinary committee/project/task force when given the opportunity

Requirements: 

* At least 2 years job related experience 
* Two-year associate's degree or equivalent experience is required.  A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.  
* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required
* RRT recognized by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and active Texas license required 

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.