Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Northwest Respiratory Services; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Paid holidays

Vacation & Sick Leave

FSA

Job summary

Northwest Respiratory Services is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist, RN or LPN to support the Milwaukee area with home care and skilled nursing facility assignments. Roles involve setting up, instructing and supporting high-tech respiratory equipment for elderly patients.

Compensation includes a $35-40 hourly rate, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. This full-time position emphasizes work-life balance while providing critical home respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in respiratory therapy or nursing, preferably in home care.
• Proficient in administering respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Experience with patient assessment, monitoring and documentation.
• Experience with respiratory equipment including ventilators and concentrators.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, set up and instruct on home medical equipment including oxygen concentrators, CPAP/BiPAP and related devices.
• Provide routine equipment maintenance, safety and training to clients.
• Schedule and conduct staff in-services for skilled nursing facilities as requested.
• Serve as a resource to referrals, physicians, clients and staff; assist with troubleshooting equipment.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Record keeping

Adaptability

Compassionate care

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen concentrators

BiPAP/CPAP equipment

Nebulizers

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Experienced

Job Location: 18 Milwaukee - New Berlin, WI 53151

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Salary Range: $35.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Northwest Respiratory Services is seeking for an experienced Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse or LPN to help support the surrounding Milwaukee area. Northwest Respiratory Services is a leading provider of oxygen and respiratory products throughout Midwest and Northern Rockies. We specialize in serving the long-term care community and oxygen dependent Veterans. You will apply your unique skill set and experience to home care and skilled nursing facility environments by setting patients up, providing comprehensive instruction, follow up and ongoing support of high technology modalities. With this role, you will maintain a strong work life balance while helping elderly patients and become an expert in all respiratory equipment.

Compensation:

• $35-40 full time hourly rate
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Duties:

• Deliver, set up and provide instruction of home medical equipment to include oxygen concentrators, liquid oxygen systems, BiPAP, CPAP, overnight and continuous oximetry, humidity systems, suction and pediatric set ups
• Provide routine equipment maintenance, instruction of proper use, safety, cleaning and continuing education to clients
• Schedule and conduct staff in-services of respiratory equipment to skilled nursing facilities as requested
• Serve as a resource to referrals, physicians, clients and NRS staff; Assist with troubleshooting of equipment

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Matched 401k Eligibility on Day One of Employment
• FSA Account (Medical and/or Dependent)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Vacation, sick, and paid holidays

Qualifications

Our best candidate will have:

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, preferably in a home care setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in administering respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Experience with patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Experience with various respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen concentrators, and nebulizers.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of respiratory diseases and treatments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and ethics.