Sr Respiratory Therapist (Nights)

About the role

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Senior Respiratory Therapist (Nights) to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values include Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency. The Respiratory Therapy department provides protocolized therapist-driven care in our Level I Trauma Center, Severe Acuity Medical Cardiac ICU, Level 3B Neonatal ICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Emergency Rooms, and tertiary centers of Denver Health. Patients come from throughout the region to be cared for in our hospital. The RT department is equipped with all the necessities, technology, and emergency equipment for providing the full spectrum of care to the most critically ill and injured patients. Our patient population consists of the critically ill of all ages. The ECLS/ECMO program is staffed only by trained RTs. Our RT to patient ratios consistently allow for comprehensive care, averaging 1:6 RT to ventilator.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, maintains, monitors and documents mechanical ventilator support.
• Performs effective airway management to include bag/mask ventilation.
• Auxiliary physician with endotracheal intubation.
• Demonstrates safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways.
• Initiates and performs CPR.
• Primarily responsible for airway management during emergent situations.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis in accordance with CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Evaluates chest x-ray for endotracheal tube placement and other conditions for optimizing delivery of Respiratory Care.
• Administers oxygen through a variety of oxygen delivery devices.
• Delivers aerosol therapy including small volume nebulizers and large volume nebulizers.
• Performs pulmonary hygiene therapy.
• Provides noninvasive ventilator support to intubated and non-intubated patients.
• Assists with in-house transport of patients.
• Effectively discusses advanced respiratory pathophysiology with physicians, able to implement changes based on patient condition.
• Maintains accurate and complete documentation of all Respiratory Care procedures per department and hospital standards.
• Verifies and completes Respiratory Care physician’s orders.
• Receives and gives accurate and complete handoff report.
• Updates and completes patient information for handoff report to reflect patient’s current clinical status.
• Be prepared to receive/give report at specified times.
• Provides timely and accurate update information to the providers and other hospital personnel.
• Make recommendations for changes or modification of patient therapy by contacting provider.
• Maintains and follows all infection control practices per department and hospital standards.
• Complies with all departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and written expectations.
• Reports observed adverse changes in a patient’s condition and/or treatment plan to a member of the medical or nursing staff.
• Maintains competencies, credentials, certifications, certified education credits and education as directed by the department.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Graduation from an AMA approved School for Registration in Respiratory Care, passing score on the NBRC examination for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at the time of application required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT - NBRC - National Board for Respiratory Care required.
• RRTL-Respiratory Therapy License - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required.
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association required.
• PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association required.
• NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Knowledge of Respiratory Care standards and guidelines used to perform essential functions of the job.
• Excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment.
• Understand and institute advanced invasive or non-invasive modes of ventilation as ordered by physician or per protocol.
• Excellent communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital staff and coworkers.
• Ability to deliver medical gases, set up and maintain the device and ensure appropriate humidification levels.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Skills

• Knowledge of Respiratory Care standards and guidelines used to perform essential functions of the job.
• Excellent working knowledge of Respiratory Care instruments and equipment.
• Understand and institute advanced invasive or non-invasive modes of ventilation as ordered by physician or per protocol.
• Excellent communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital staff and coworkers.
• Ability to deliver medical gases, set up and maintain the device and ensure appropriate humidification levels.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%.
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center.
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation).
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways.
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer.

Schedule

Nights (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$33.18 - $49.77 / hr