Night Shift Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care Expert

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Educational assistance

Retirement plan

Career development programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist for 12-hour night shifts in the Pineville Respiratory Therapy department. Counsel patients on oxygen delivery, operate ventilators, and perform blood gas analysis to ensure adequate oxygenation and safe, effective care.

The role requires an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program graduate, RRT certification, state licensure, and BLS. Competitive benefits are included as part of Advocate Health’s Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate’s degree with RRT or equivalent; state licensure required.
• BLS certification; 2 years critical care experience for certain ED/VCU roles.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed respiratory therapies and monitors outcomes.
• Operates and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Performs diagnostic procedures per policy and documents results.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes recommendations on plans of care.
• Performs blood gas analysis and interprets results.
• Works independently across patient care areas and supports staff.
• Responds to emergencies and adjusts therapies as needed.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluations and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilators

Critical care

Patient assessment

Documentation

Emergency care

Education

RRT certification

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist for 12-hour night shifts in the Pineville Respiratory Therapy department. Counsel patients on oxygen delivery, operate ventilators, and perform blood gas analysis to ensure adequate oxygenation and safe, effective care.

The role requires an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program graduate, RRT certification, state licensure, and BLS. Competitive benefits are included as part of Advocate Health’s Total Rewards program.