Night Shift Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – PRN

SSM Health; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis in Missouri seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for a night shift PRN role in the Respiratory Therapy department. You will assess patients, implement prescribed respiratory therapies, and monitor progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Missouri licensure is required. This position offers part-time, night shift hours with an as-needed schedule, focusing on delivering compassionate patient care and collaborating with clinicians to achieve optimal

Qualifications

• Missouri licensure for Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• BLS Health Care Provider certification (AHA) required.
• RRT credential (NBRC) required.
• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Provide respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders, department policies and procedures.
• Implement and monitor care plans and equipment; communicate patient condition and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and available community resources.
• Assist with calibration, maintenance of equipment and inventory; follow cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Respond to medical emergencies and rapid responses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis in Missouri seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner for a night shift PRN role in the Respiratory Therapy department. You will assess patients, implement prescribed respiratory therapies, and monitor progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Missouri licensure is required. This position offers part-time, night shift hours with an as-needed schedule, focusing on delivering compassionate patient care and collaborating with clinicians to achieve optimal