Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

ECU Health; Windsor (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift

Relocation packages

Career growth opportunities

Great benefits

Job summary

ECU Health Bertie Hospital in Windsor, NC is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III to provide and document respiratory care under supervision. Night shifts (6:30 PM–7:00 AM), 3–12s, rotating weekends, and no on-call are required. The position includes a commitment bonus and relocation options along with career growth opportunities.

Requirements include active NC licensure, RRT, BLS and ACLS; PALS/NRP vary by unit. An associate degree or higher from a CoARC-approved program is required.

Qualifications

• Active licensure with NC Respiratory Care Board upon hire.
• RRT credential required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• PALS and NRP may be required in certain units; NBRC NPS exam due by 12 months from orientation (where applicable).
• Accepting applications for all levels of experience (New Grads - 25+ Years).

Responsibilities

• Provide and document respiratory care and services.
• Respond to patient needs and operate per clinical protocols.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

RRT

NBRC NPS exam

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

• Rotating Weekends
• Career Growth Opportunities Available

Position Summary

Under the Clinical Supervision of the Medical Director of Respiratory Care and the overall supervision of the Manager,Assistant Manager and Respiratory Care Supervisor the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), III functions in a safe, expedient, and cost-effective manner in providing, responding to patient needs and documenting respiratory care and services provided. The Respiratory Care Practitioner III is involved in the Clinical Ladder program which is a voluntary promotion system that recognizes health care professionals who demonstrate advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• American Heart Association BLS Certification is required.
• Associate Degree or higher in an approved CoARC program for Respiratory Care
• Active licensure with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board upon hire and is maintained yearly.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.
• American Heart Association ACLS is required.
  • If working in the Children's hospital you are required to have AHA PALS and NRP in place of the AHA ACLS and you must have completed the NBRC NPS exam by 12 months from your orientation end date.
  • For non-medical center Respiratory care departments AHA BLS and ACLS are required. AHA PALS and NRP are required at 6 months from hire date.
• Accepting applications for all levels of experiece (New Grads - 25+ Years of Experience)

Clinical Ladder Other Information

• Night Shift
  • 3 - 12's per week
  • 630PM-7AM
  • Rotating Weekends
  • No On-Call
• Commitment Bonus & Relocation Packages Available
• Career Growth Opportunities Available
• Great Benefits

ECU Health

About ECU Health Bertie Hospital

ECU Health Bertie Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 6-bed critical access hospital in Windsor. It is closely affiliated with ECU Health Medical Center and the telemedicine resources of The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. The hospital offers high quality surgical, emergency and diagnostic services, as well as specialty and primary care clinics.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

Contact Information

For Additional Information, Please Contact

Braeton Grady, Associate Recruiter

ECU Health Talent Acquisition

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