Respiratory Care Practitioner — Critical Care & Ventilation

Kindred; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide safe respiratory care, monitor mechanical ventilation, and support patient assessment and education. The role includes airway management, equipment operation, and collaboration with the health care team.

Licensure, BLS/ACLS certifications, and at least 1 year of experience are preferred; patient care will involve adults and geriatric populations in a long-term acute care setting.

Qualifications

• Respiratory Therapy education required for credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current Respiratory Therapy license from the appropriate state licensing body.
• Current CRT or RRT credential or RC Practitioner Certification.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• 1 year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care as ordered per physician across hospital areas.
• Document and charge all respiratory care procedures; update patient care plan.
• Verify physician orders for respiratory care.
• Operate and disinfect respiratory care equipment and devices.
• Manage oxygen delivery, ventilation devices, and airway procedures.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures and weaning from ventilation.
• Provide patient and family education; participate in rounds and handoffs.

Skills

Ability to work under stress

Interpersonal communication

Adult and geriatric care

Teamwork

Regular attendance

Fluent English

Travel 0%

Education

Respiratory Therapy education

Job description

Kindred Hospital Santa Ana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide safe respiratory care, monitor mechanical ventilation, and support patient assessment and education. The role includes airway management, equipment operation, and collaboration with the health care team.

Licensure, BLS/ACLS certifications, and at least 1 year of experience are preferred; patient care will involve adults and geriatric populations in a long-term acute care setting.