Night Shift Respiratory Care Pro (PRN)

Saint Luke's; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Luke's seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform the full scope of practice, including diagnostic testing, patient assessment, and therapeutic interventions. The role emphasizes collaboration with the medical team to support cost-effective, high-quality patient and family care with discharge planning.

The position offers PRN options (PRN, PRN Plus, PRN Extra) with night shifts, requiring RRT within one year of hire and an Associate Degree.

Qualifications

• Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year.
• Certifications/Licenses: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Respiratory Therapist licenses.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist, including diagnostic and metabolic testing, patient assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with medical staff and health care team to support quality patient and family care and discharge planning.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and ongoing professional development.

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Saint Luke's seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform the full scope of practice, including diagnostic testing, patient assessment, and therapeutic interventions. The role emphasizes collaboration with the medical team to support cost-effective, high-quality patient and family care with discharge planning.

The position offers PRN options (PRN, PRN Plus, PRN Extra) with night shifts, requiring RRT within one year of hire and an Associate Degree.