Respiratory Therapist, Cardio Pulmonary (days and nights)
Company: KA Recruiting Inc.
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: June 18, 2026
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Job Description:
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Performs all assigned therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
as ordered by a physician including but not limited to: basic
respiratory therapy and oxygen therapy including daily oxygen
rounds, optiflow titrations, pulse oximetry monitoring to determine
oxygen titration needs and arranging for home oxygen therapy.
Bronchodilator therapy including protocols and patient assessment.
Acts as a backup for the performance of EKGs. 2. Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for the
pediatric floor. Job duties include but are not limited to daily
(morning) pulse oximetry and titration, bronchodilator therapy, RSV
protocol, asthma protocols and education, and oxygen therapy.
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures in the nursery
including but not limited to: oxygen hood, nasal CPAP and
ventilator management in both invasive and non-invasive modes. Must
attend a minimum of 3 normal child births during orientation 3. Verifies physician order for therapy to assure that the order
is complete and appropriate. 4. Documents appropriately and completely in patient s record
and department records according to department and hospital
policies. 5. Performs arterial blood gas sampling by direct puncture or
arterial line. Analyzes ABG and co-oximetery results and makes
educated oxygenation and ventilation decisions. 6. Performs quality control, proficiency testing, maintenance
and troubleshooting of blood gas analyzer. 7. Assists in Cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts and/or other
emergencies that utilize respiratory care procedures for patient
care. 8. Maintains professional growth by presenting internal and/or
external in-service programs, pursuing further certification or
registries and reading appropriate magazines and journals. 9. Must attend 80% of department meetings The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They
are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties and skills required of personnel so classified and employees
may be required to perform other duties as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES Must be able to communicate with coworkers, patients, families
and physicians Must be able to quickly assess and respond to emergency
situations Must be able to assess and evaluate patient condition and
response to therapy Must have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to
quickly assess a problem and resolve it Must be able to explain procedure to patient so that they
understand Must be willing to rotate shifts MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory
Therapist (CRT) Associate s degree in Respiratory Therapy Wyoming Respiratory Therapy License Click APPLY today. If you are interested in learning more, or if you are a
healthcare professional looking for a new position contact Marina
Setaro - call/text or email your resume to
This is a permanent, full-time position with great pay and
benefits.
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