Respiratory Care Practitioner - PRN
Plan A Health · St Charles, MO · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Join our Respiratory Therapy team as a PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) providing patient evaluation and care, administering prescribed therapies, and monitoring patient progress. Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, implementing treatments, managing equipment, and responding to emergencies. Educate patients and families about health conditions and community resources. Maintain and calibrate equipment, ensure compliance with policies, and participate in departmental inventory management. The role requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent experience, with no prior work experience necessary. Physical demands include constant standing, walking, communication, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Certifications required vary by state but generally include BLS (AHA), RRT (NBRC), and state-specific respiratory care practitioner licenses. Key skills include attention to detail, safety awareness, communication, and ability to perform advanced respiratory modalities. The position offers night shifts with flexible scheduling, shift differentials, and benefits such as paid parental leave, tuition coverage, and instant pay options.