Night Respiratory Therapist for Skilled Nursing Care

Coronado Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Coronado Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Henderson, NV is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our night shift team. You will provide quality respiratory care to our residents and collaborate with nurses and providers to support their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Responsibilities include assessing respiratory needs, administering therapies, monitoring equipment, and educating residents and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in Nevada.
• RRT or CRT credential required/preferred
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work night shifts and weekends/holidays, as required.
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ respiratory needs and provide treatments as ordered.
• Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and other prescribed respiratory therapies.
• Set up and monitor respiratory equipment, including ventilators, as applicable.
• Monitor residents’ responses to treatment and promptly report changes to the care team.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies within your scope of practice.
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, and resident progress.
• Educate residents and families about respiratory care and equipment.
• Follow infection prevention procedures and facility policies.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Respiratory therapy program graduate

Job description

Coronado Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Henderson, NV is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our night shift team. You will provide quality respiratory care to our residents and collaborate with nurses and providers to support their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Responsibilities include assessing respiratory needs, administering therapies, monitoring equipment, and educating residents and families.