Registered Respiratory Therapist

St. John's Hospital; South Basehor (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

401K options

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Other benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for St. John's Hospital in Leavenworth, KS. This full-time role features 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm and includes a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

You will deliver inhalation and oxygen therapies, conduct pulmonary function tests and ABG analyses, set up and monitor ventilators, and assist in emergencies. Current RCP license, NBRC CRT, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications with acute care experience

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) NBRC required. Hired before March 2026, are exempt.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire and current.
• ACLS certification required within 60 days of hire and current.
• PALS certification required within 60 days of hire and current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange
• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, overseeing airway management and resuscitation
• Assess patients' respiratory status and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Ensure all respiratory equipment is cleaned, sterilized, and maintained for patient safety

Education

State RCP license

NBRC CRT certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Associate or BS degree preferred

High school diploma required

Job description

Bonus Amount

10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm

Location: St. John's Hospital - Leavenworth, KS.

If you are a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) you are encouraged to apply for this position!

We are seeking aRegisteredRespiratoryTherapist,internallyreferred to as ourRRT.TheRRTcan be referred to as aRespiratory Care Practitioner(RCP II)butsomeone whocarries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may bedesignatedas the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift.

Responsibilities

If you are a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) you are encouraged to apply for this position!

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Hired before March 2026,are exempt
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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