Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part-Time Nightshift

Novant Health; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist II to join their exceptional healthcare team. This role emphasizes patient advocacy, innovative care, and the use of advanced respiratory management protocols. With a commitment to quality and safety, the organization fosters an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive. As a leader in healthcare, they provide opportunities for professional growth through their Clinical Ladder Program. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and want to be part of a recognized workplace for diversity and inclusion, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Clinical Ladder Program

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Current RCP licensure required; BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS preferred for advanced care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver remarkable patient experiences in every aspect.
• Administer medication therapies and perform patient transfers.
• Practice independently within respiratory care standards.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway management

Patient advocacy

Blood gas analysis interpretation

Bronchial hygiene therapy

Education

2-year/Associate Degree

4-year/Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The qualified RRT may be eligible for a $10,000 Sign-on bonus and up to $7,500 for Relocation.

Our Registered Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) serve as leaders of the healthcare team by establishing personalized relationships with patients and their support systems. They practice under respiratory and ventilator management protocols with a high degree of autonomy, performing procedures such as intubations and insertion of arterial lines, depending on the facility.

Why become a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Novant Health?

• Clinical Ladder Program to help you advance your respiratory career.
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers By State for 2022.
• One of the nation’s 150 Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review.
• Recognized as Leaders in LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality by the Human Rights Campaign.
• One of the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability: IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities.
• One of the Best Places for Diverse & Women Managers to Work by Diversity MBA Magazine.
• Top ratings in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group.
• Quality and safety recognition from CMS.

RRTs are responsible for providing safe, continuous, quality patient care in various settings. They are early adopters of Novant Health systems, technology, and workflows. Our commitment is to improve community health through innovation, research, and high-quality, affordable healthcare, supported by a well-equipped workforce.

Join a team where quality care meets exceptional service in every dimension, every time!

At Novant Health, diversity and inclusion are core values. We believe in engaging the strengths and talents of each team member to provide remarkable healthcare to our patients, families, and communities. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to apply and grow with us.

Responsibilities

Every team member is responsible for delivering a remarkable patient experience in every aspect.

• Act as a patient advocate by incorporating education into the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Prioritize duties based on patient needs and acuity, ensuring timely care interventions and medical orders.
• Administer and evaluate medication therapies, perform patient transfers, and transport patients.
• Assess patient needs and provide routine respiratory care, including ABGs and bronchial hygiene therapy, as well as higher-level care in critical situations.
• Practice independently within the standards of respiratory care, adhering to state requirements.
• Critical Care Skills: Ventilator management, code blue response, airway management, blood gas analysis interpretation, and protocol use for patient care.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reiterated here, emphasizing our organizational values and welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Education: 2-year/Associate Degree required; 4-year/Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RCP licensure in the appropriate state required; BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred.