Night-Shift Respiratory Therapist - Impactful Patient Care

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. You will provide respiratory care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

This role includes leading activity on patient care during shifts and participating in rapid response when needed. Required is an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care with RRT and state licensure, plus BLS/ACLS/PALS and NRP where

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent military training/certificate.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within 1 year of hire.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) with permanent state license on hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS within 180 days; PALS within 180 days; NRP for neonatal care as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors, and assesses respiratory care for inpatients and outpatients.
• Educates patients and families on cardio-respiratory topics and procedures.
• Supports team, participates in rapid response and code blue teams when needed.
• Assists in orientation and evaluation of new staff and students.
• Moves equipment and assists in ICU/ED as required.

Skills

RRT

RT license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. You will provide respiratory care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

This role includes leading activity on patient care during shifts and participating in rapid response when needed. Required is an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care with RRT and state licensure, plus BLS/ACLS/PALS and NRP where