Night Shift RRT: Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health in Lexington, NC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for 36 hours per week on the 12-hour night shift. The role requires NBRC registry and NC licensure, plus BLS, with PALS/NRP and ACLS within set timelines. Eligibility for comprehensive benefits is noted.

Responsibilities include delivering respiratory therapies, ventilator management, and ensuring patient safety across age groups. Strong teamwork, communication, and adherence to policies are essential for quality care.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to provide respiratory care according to policies.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory therapies following department policies.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support.
• Reports routine procedures to relief personnel for continuity of care.
• Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Direct and indirect respiratory care

Multitasking under stress

Education

AMA-approved respiratory care program

Job description

Advocate Health in Lexington, NC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for 36 hours per week on the 12-hour night shift. The role requires NBRC registry and NC licensure, plus BLS, with PALS/NRP and ACLS within set timelines. Eligibility for comprehensive benefits is noted.

Responsibilities include delivering respiratory therapies, ventilator management, and ensuring patient safety across age groups. Strong teamwork, communication, and adherence to policies are essential for quality care.