Respiratory Care Practitioner — Elevate Patient Care

Riverside Regional Medical Center; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. You will apply evidence-based practice to support the department’s standards of excellence and quality outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans, accurate documentation, and adherence to infection control procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience preferred.
• NBRC RCP license and CRT certification required upon hire; CPR/BLS required; ACLS within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, implement, and evaluate the Respiratory Care Plan for patients.
• Complete documentation and ensure all orders are current.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans.
• Maintain infection control practices and participate in in-services.

Skills

NBRC RCP License

CRT Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to plan, execute and evaluate respiratory care for assigned patients. You will apply evidence-based practice to support the department’s standards of excellence and quality outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and nurses to develop treatment plans, accurate documentation, and adherence to infection control procedures.