PRN Respiratory Therapist: Flexible Schedule & Impact

Henderson Nursing and Senior Living Center; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PRN compensation

Flexible scheduling options

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Job summary

Henderson Nursing and Senior Living Care is seeking a compassionate PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to provide specialized respiratory care to our senior residents in a skilled nursing setting. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and education within an interdisciplinary team to promote respiratory wellness and quality of life.

The PRN position offers flexible scheduling to support residents’ needs, with collaboration across nursing, physicians, and therapy services to develop

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and ongoing evaluations of residents.
• Monitor respiratory status and response to treatments.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments including oxygen therapy and nebulizers.
• Set up and manage CPAP/BiPAP and other non-invasive support.
• Educate residents and families on respiratory conditions and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff on care plans.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance.

Skills

Respiratory assessment

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Resident-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Current Respiratory Therapist license

RRT/CRT credential NBRC

Current BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

Henderson Nursing and Senior Living Care is seeking a compassionate PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to provide specialized respiratory care to our senior residents in a skilled nursing setting. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment, and education within an interdisciplinary team to promote respiratory wellness and quality of life.

The PRN position offers flexible scheduling to support residents’ needs, with collaboration across nursing, physicians, and therapy services to develop