Hospital Respiratory Therapist – Collaborative Patient Care

Northshore Home Health Care; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct respiratory care to hospital patients, administering prescribed therapies and continually assessing respiratory status. Collaborate with physicians and the care team to evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjust care as directed, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

New team members will educate patients and families on respiratory care, document care accurately, and promote patient safety throughout shifts with a focus

Qualifications

• Must hold active Missouri respiratory care license.
• NBRC RRT or CRT credential required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapies per physician orders.
• Assess respiratory status and monitor patient progress.
• Consult with physicians regarding therapy effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care.
• Document care accurately and promote patient safety.

Skills

Missouri license for respiratory care

NBRC RRT or CRT credential

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program

Missouri respiratory care license (credential)

NBRC RRT or CRT credential

Job description

Northshore Home Health Care seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct respiratory care to hospital patients, administering prescribed therapies and continually assessing respiratory status. Collaborate with physicians and the care team to evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjust care as directed, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

New team members will educate patients and families on respiratory care, document care accurately, and promote patient safety throughout shifts with a focus