Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join the patient care team. Responsible for initiating and evaluating respiratory protocols, developing care plans, and collaborating with physicians to ensure high-quality patient care.

This role requires an Associate Degree with CRT or RRT certification (RRT within 12 months of hire) and a KY Respiratory Therapist license. Prior critical care exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Required degrees and certifications for Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care as ordered by physicians.
• Initiate respiratory protocols and evaluate protocol steps across all therapy modalities.
• Assess, develop care plans, evaluate appropriateness of modalities, and assist with discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family education related to medications and therapies.
• Monitor quality of care and maintain organized workflow for smooth shift transitions.
• Assist in daily operations: documentation, billing charges, monitoring and ordering supplies.
• Maintain knowledge via hospital communications and participate in in-service training.

Education

Associate Degree

CRT or RRT

Respiratory Therapist (KY)

Job description

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join the patient care team. Responsible for initiating and evaluating respiratory protocols, developing care plans, and collaborating with physicians to ensure high-quality patient care.

This role requires an Associate Degree with CRT or RRT certification (RRT within 12 months of hire) and a KY Respiratory Therapist license. Prior critical care exposure is preferred.