Registered Respiratory Therapist - Patient-Centered Care

Yale NewHaven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide bedside respiratory care under physician orders in RI. You will be part of the Cardio-pulmonary Services team, supporting patients both in-house and outpatients.

The role requires RI licensure, BLS, and RRT or CRT with an 18-month pathway to RRT. Expect collaboration with Code and MET teams and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited respiratory therapy program with RRT or CRT pathway.
• Must be registered or eligible for RI licensure; BLS certification.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provides bedside respiratory care as assigned and per physician orders.
• Collaborates with Code Team and MET team on patient care.
• Familiar with measuring devices and ventilation support equipment.
• Sets up and maintains CPAP/BiPAP therapy and related devices.
• Participates in staff meetings, lectures, and continuing education.
• Maintains respectful and professional environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Professional conduct

Education

Accredited School of Respiratory Therapy graduate

Registered Respiratory Therapist or CRT with 18 months to obtain RRT

Tools

Pulse oximeter

CPAP/BiPAP setup

Blenders

Analyzers

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide bedside respiratory care under physician orders in RI. You will be part of the Cardio-pulmonary Services team, supporting patients both in-house and outpatients.

The role requires RI licensure, BLS, and RRT or CRT with an 18-month pathway to RRT. Expect collaboration with Code and MET teams and ongoing professional development.