Geriatric Respiratory Therapist – Weekend Shift (SNF)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; North New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. You will assess and treat residents, initiate therapies, document care, operate equipment, and participate in care conferences, focusing on geriatric needs.

Ideal candidates hold a COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Care, are licensed as RRT or CRT in the state, and have BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory techniques for residents with various conditions.
• Initiate therapies, maintain patient records, operate and check equipment.
• Perform bedside treatments and monitor patient progress.
• Provide quarterly in-services to nursing staff.
• Maintain daily, weekly and monthly documentation of care.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings and contribute to care planning.
• Follow facility procedures and caseload tracking.

Education

COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program

Licensed as RRT or CRT

Job description

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York seeks a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team. You will assess and treat residents, initiate therapies, document care, operate equipment, and participate in care conferences, focusing on geriatric needs.

Ideal candidates hold a COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Care, are licensed as RRT or CRT in the state, and have BLS certification.