Critical Care RRT — Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Advocate Aurora Health; North Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health's Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes, NC seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality respiratory care across departments while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will manage ventilation and airway support in accordance with age-specific guidelines and hospital policies.

The role requires an AMA-approved program completion, NBRC RRT registry, NC licensure, and BLS; ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 90 days are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory care program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC registry.
• Licensed to practice as an RCP in North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapies following hospital policies and patient age-appropriate care.
• Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation and airway support.
• Report clinical procedures to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform and maintain competency for point-of-care testing as assigned.
• Provide invasive and non-invasive monitoring for patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking under stress

Education

AMA approved respiratory care program

NBRC-registered RRT

NC licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job description

Advocate Health's Wilkes Medical Center in Wilkes, NC seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality respiratory care across departments while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will manage ventilation and airway support in accordance with age-specific guidelines and hospital policies.

The role requires an AMA-approved program completion, NBRC RRT registry, NC licensure, and BLS; ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 90 days are expected.