Resource Respiratory Therapist - Acute

107 The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education and certification reimburse

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Clinical Advancement Program

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Professional Governance

Job summary

Advocate Health, based in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Respiratory Therapist for the Nursing Float Pool. The role involves delivering oxygen therapy, managing ventilators, and performing critical care duties across patient care areas in a high-volume setting.

Education and licensure are required (AMA-approved program, RRT/RCB license, BLS). The position offers a full-time schedule with a strong benefits package and opportunities for professional growth through governance and advancement programs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate/RRT equivalent certification is required.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the applicable state.
• BLS required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in oxygen delivery methods and related equipment and conducts prescribed therapies.
• Administers therapies, understanding purpose and benefits and possible effects.
• Performs diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Maintains and monitors mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes plans of care and patient education recommendations.
• Documents therapy and results in EMR per department and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates treatment information to the healthcare team.
• Initiates and modifies respiratory care techniques in emergencies.

Skills

Oxygen therapy

Ventilators management

Critical care

Documentation

Team communication

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Care program

RRT or equivalent

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner

Tools

EMR systems

Ventilator management software

Job description

Department: 34102 Enterprise Corporate - Nursing Float Pool

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Compensation & Incentives

Benefits & Growth Opportunities

• Receive a $12/hour Resource Team differential
• Equivalent to $22,000+ in additional annual earnings
• Education and certification reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Clinical Advancement Program (up to $8,000 per year)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunity to participate in Professional Governance

Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05

Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
• Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines.
• Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required.
• Certification / Registration / License Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of applicable state.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

Experience For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years' critical care experience required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift materials 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight is necessary. Exposures to working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Education Bachelor's' degree preferred.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

• Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access

What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it.

Inspiring Professionals

With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care