Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Tuition & Relocation

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (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 Louisville, KY is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our patient care team. You will report on time and provide quality care as ordered by physicians, initiating and evaluating respiratory protocols and therapies.

The role includes developing care plans and assisting with discharge planning. Requirements include an Associate Degree and CRT or RRT certification within 6 months of hire, plus KY licensure.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• CRT or RRT certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Respiratory Therapist licensure for KY (KY) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care as ordered by patients' physicians.
• Initiate and evaluate respiratory protocols and modalities.
• Assess, develop care plans, and assist with discharge planning as needed.
• Provide patient and family education related to medications and therapies.
• Document accurately, enter charges, monitor supplies and medications, and assist with other duties.

Skills

Critical thinking

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our patient care team. You will report on time and provide quality care as ordered by physicians, initiating and evaluating respiratory protocols and therapies.

The role includes developing care plans and assisting with discharge planning. Requirements include an Associate Degree and CRT or RRT certification within 6 months of hire, plus KY licensure.