PRN Respiratory Therapist: Impactful Patient Care

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; Benns Church (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver comprehensive respiratory care at the hospital level. You will plan, execute, and evaluate care for assigned patients, guided by evidence-based practice and organizational standards.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and nurses to develop and adjust treatment plans, ensure safety, and document all care activities. Join a team committed to high-quality patient outcomes and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in respiratory therapy or related field required; bachelor's preferred.
• Experience: 1 year respiratory therapist experience required.
• Licenses: NBRC RCP license, CRT, and RRT required upon hire; CPR/BLS required; ACLS within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement and evaluate the respiratory care plan for patients.
• Maintain infection control standards and department procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans.
• Evaluate patient progress and update orders as needed.
• Complete documentation and manage current, completed, or discontinued orders.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Infection control

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors Degree in Respiratory Therapy or Related Field

Job description

Riverside Health System is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver comprehensive respiratory care at the hospital level. You will plan, execute, and evaluate care for assigned patients, guided by evidence-based practice and organizational standards.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and nurses to develop and adjust treatment plans, ensure safety, and document all care activities. Join a team committed to high-quality patient outcomes and continuous improvement.