Night Respiratory Therapist — Impactful Patient Care

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

and more

Job summary

UAB St. Vincent's in Birmingham is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN night shifts in the Respiratory Department. The role involves evaluating and caring for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, developing and implementing care plans, and monitoring patient status and equipment.

Training and credentials are required, with ACLS/NRP/PALS preferred. You will work with a team dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care, and you may participate in education for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy.
• BLS Provider within 1 Month of hire date.
• NBRC registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed.
• Alabama Board of Respiratory Therapy credentialed.
• ALS/ACLS preferred. NRP/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment; monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team codes.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Patient care

Emergency response

Ventilatory support

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Therapy

Job description

UAB St. Vincent's in Birmingham is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN night shifts in the Respiratory Department. The role involves evaluating and caring for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, developing and implementing care plans, and monitoring patient status and equipment.

Training and credentials are required, with ACLS/NRP/PALS preferred. You will work with a team dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care, and you may participate in education for patients and families.