Certified Respiratory Therapist - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Methodist Health System - NE and IA; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System in Council Bluffs, IA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess and treat patients from neonate to adult. The role requires certification, state licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS, with responsibilities spanning documentation and care planning.

Schedule includes 6:30p–7a shifts, weekends and rotating holidays; sign-on bonus up to 30,000 for qualifying candidates. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with a certificate in Respiratory Care required.
• 3–6 months of on-the-job experience required to gain hospital policies and procedures knowledge.
• CRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care required at time of hire.
• RCP license for the work state required (NE/IA).
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications or eligibility within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine modalities of respiratory care independently.
• Documents procedures in patient records and information system.
• Updates care plans and goals to reflect patient needs.
• Receives and interprets physician orders and evaluates patients with attending physician.
• Communicates with the patient care team to share progress and resolve issues.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Associates of Science Degree with a certificate in Respiratory Care

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System in Council Bluffs, IA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess and treat patients from neonate to adult. The role requires certification, state licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS, with responsibilities spanning documentation and care planning.

Schedule includes 6:30p–7a shifts, weekends and rotating holidays; sign-on bonus up to 30,000 for qualifying candidates. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.