Respiratory Care Practitioner, Full-Time, Night Shift

About Adventist Health Glendale

515-bed Magnet-designated hospital in Glendale, serving the San Fernando Valley since 1905.

About the role

Performs basic and critical respiratory care services for adult and geriatric patients. Works independently and supervises others as delegated. Provides respiratory care per physician orders in accordance with department policies.

What you'll do

• Administer aerosol and oxygen therapy; maintain patient charts
• Draw arterial blood gases; care for ventilator patients
• Perform pulmonary function tests and drainage procedures
• Provide cardiorespiratory rehabilitation and patient/family education
• Ensure ventilator bundle compliance and VAP prevention
• Assist with bronchoscopies and special procedures
• Maintain and clean respiratory equipment

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred; Master's preferred

Licenses & certifications:

• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in California: Required
• BLS certification: Required
• ACLS: Required in ICU and/or ED
• PALS: Required
• NRP and PEARS: Preferred

Schedule

Full-time · Night Shift