Respiratory Therapist FT Nights

About the Role

Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental policies, working independently across acute and critical care settings.

Responsibilities

• Administers general and critical care respiratory treatments, including invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Initiates and manages airway equipment and monitors patient responses.
• Obtains and analyzes blood gases, documents procedures, and educates patients and families.
• Communicates effectively with healthcare team members, providing accurate reports and recommendations.
• Adheres to infection control standards and maintains equipment sanitation.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Care Program or equivalent experience/diploma.
• Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Current BLS certification; NRP, PALS, ACLS, or NPS required as per work unit.
• Ability to treat patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatrics.

Additional Details

This non-management role reports to a supervisor and involves night shifts in a hospital setting.