Job Title: Respiratory Therapist
Profession: RRT
Specialty: Respiratory Therapy
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience
License: Current RRT license
Certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS
Must-Have:
Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role:
BLS
NRP
PALS
2 years of current acute care hospital RRT experience
Description:
Unit staffing includes a Director, Manager, one Supervisor per shift, and regular staff.
Equipment utilized includes high flow devices, continuous nebulizers, and advanced technologies.
Documentation system used is Meditech.
Floating policy may allow for coverage of regular adult floors for nebulizer therapy, BIPAP, and CPT.
Advanced skills needed include current NICU/PICU experience.
Respiratory Therapists provide treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory diseases.
A team player with a critical thinking mindset is ideal for this role.
Candidates should have a patient care focus and be adaptable to change.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary approach to patient care is essential.
Required uniform is light gray.
Candidates are encouraged to display any relevant awards or recognition the department has received.