Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Care Plans & Education

Norton Healthcare; Saint Matthews (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Incentive

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in the Louisville area seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our patient care team. The role involves initiating and evaluating therapy modalities, developing care plans, and assisting with discharge planning as needed.

You will provide patient and family education related to therapies, monitor quality of care, and maintain accurate documentation for billing and supplies. A strong clinical mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• CRT or RRT certification or eligibility with RRT within 6 months of hire.
• KY Respiratory Therapist license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Initiate and evaluate respiratory protocols and modalities.
• Assess, develop care plans, and participate in discharge planning as needed.
• Educate patients and families about medications and therapies.
• Document accurately and assist with billing and supplies.

Education

Associate Degree

CRT or RRT (RRT must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Respiratory Therapist (KY)

Job description

Norton Healthcare in the Louisville area seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our patient care team. The role involves initiating and evaluating therapy modalities, developing care plans, and assisting with discharge planning as needed.

You will provide patient and family education related to therapies, monitor quality of care, and maintain accurate documentation for billing and supplies. A strong clinical mindset and teamwork are essential.