PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Growth & Benefits

Lifepoint Health; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in 2026 and is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join the team. You will administer respiratory therapies, monitor ventilators, and coordinate with the medical staff to optimize patient care.

The role requires current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, graduation from an AMA-approved program, CPR certification, and strong cardiopulmonary experience.

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current CPR certification.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in cardiopulmonary services.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert to assess possible side effects to oxygen delivery.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
• Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure.

Job description

Rehabilitation Hospital of Oak Creek, part of Lifepoint Health, is opening a brand-new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in 2026 and is seeking a PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join the team. You will administer respiratory therapies, monitor ventilators, and coordinate with the medical staff to optimize patient care.

The role requires current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, graduation from an AMA-approved program, CPR certification, and strong cardiopulmonary experience.