Baptist Health Princeton Hospital

Serving our neighbors for more than a century, Baptist Health Princeton Hospital in Birmingham is a 505-bed facility dedicated to a patient-first approach.  A recognized leader in aortic valve surgery, COPD, heart attack, heart failure and stroke, we provide fast, lifesaving response times for patients with chest pain or stroke symptoms. Our full range of services includes comprehensive emergency room care; cardiovascular care, including structural heart and valve care; orthopedics, including rehabilitation; a comprehensive sleep center; a comprehensive bariatrics center, providing surgical and nonsurgical weight-loss procedures; and women’s care for all stages of life. We have achieved Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission and accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and from the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). At Baptist Health Princeton Hospital, we are committed to contributing to the future of healthcare through our clinical research and medical residency program.

At Baptist Health Princeton Hospital , Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs), assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment. 

Essential Functions 

• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care. 

• Maintains accurate and precise documentation. 

• Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise. 

• Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team. 

• Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determinations. 

• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. 

• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and procedures. 

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition. 

• Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, noninvasive ventilator support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. 

• Instructs clinical practicum students. 

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s, area’s, department’s policies and procedures. 

Education/Training

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted). Must be eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) exam per NBRC guidelines. Basic computer/mechanical training required. 

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Alabama Department of Health.  RRT’s registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRT’s credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with NBRC. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.