Night Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) – Acute Care

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA and other lea​

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Many other amazing benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to join our Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. You will provide critical respiratory care, manage airway emergencies, and support patients who cannot breathe independently.

The role requires NBRC-certified CRT/RCP licensure, BLS and ACLS/PALS within set timelines, and 2 years of acute care experience. Superior patient safety and infection control are essential in this hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the NBRC required. Hired before March 2026, are exempt.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations.
• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety.

Skills

RCP license

CRT NBRC

BLS certified

ACLS within 60 days

PALS within 60 days

Education degree preferred

HS diploma

Acute care experience 2y

Education

Associate Degree or BS in Respiratory Care

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to join our Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. You will provide critical respiratory care, manage airway emergencies, and support patients who cannot breathe independently.

The role requires NBRC-certified CRT/RCP licensure, BLS and ACLS/PALS within set timelines, and 2 years of acute care experience. Superior patient safety and infection control are essential in this hospital setting.