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Ascension

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
  • Milwaukee

AI generated summary

  • You must possess a high school diploma or be enrolled in an accredited program. BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.
  • You will evaluate patients, administer treatments, monitor conditions, communicate findings, and provide patient education on respiratory health and therapies.

Requirements

  • Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Education:
  • High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies consistent with student scope of practice.
  • Administer medications and treatments based on patient outcomes, under appropriate supervision.
  • Deliver and assesses patient response to ordered therapy.
  • Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions.
  • Provide patient education for diseases, medications, and treatment.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Respiratory Therapy Intern.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee, 2323 N Lake Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53211.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The schedule for this position is PRN (as needed).

What are the main responsibilities of the Respiratory Therapy Intern?

The main responsibilities include evaluating and caring for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, administering medications and treatments, monitoring and recording patient conditions, and providing patient education on diseases, medications, and treatments.

What certification is required for this position?

A BLS Provider certification must be obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date.

What educational qualifications are necessary for this role?

Candidates need a high school diploma equivalency or must be enrolled in an accredited program specific to the discipline.

What are some benefits offered for this position?

Benefits include paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options, retirement benefits, disability insurance, employee assistance programs, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to give back to the community.

Is there a preference for additional qualifications?

There are no additional preferences for this position.

Why should someone consider joining the Ascension team?

Joining Ascension offers the opportunity to create a rewarding career path while delivering compassionate care to the community. It is part of a leading non-profit, faith-based health system with numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Does Ascension provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Ascension provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and other legally protected statuses.

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Ascension

A faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ascension (www.ascension.org) is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2018, Ascension provided nearly $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Ascension includes approximately 156,000 associates and 34,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 151 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 21 states and the District of Columbia, while providing a variety of services including physician practice management, venture capital investing, investment management, biomedical engineering, facilities management, clinical care management, information services, risk management, and contracting through Ascension’s own group purchasing organization.