Respiratory Care Practitioner I - Night Shift & Growth

Saint Luke's Health System; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Job summary

Saint Luke's East Hospital in Lees Summit, MO is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for full-time night shifts. You will perform respiratory therapist duties, assist in cardiopulmonary care, and collaborate with the medical team to ensure safe patient care, accurate testing, and timely interventions.

Requirements include Basic Life Support certification, Respiratory Therapy license, and an Associate Degree.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist per state/licensing body; Registered Respiratory Therapist desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and cardiopulmonary services as appropriate.
• Assess patients, interpret tests, and plan therapies with clinical team.
• Educate patients and families and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Saint Luke's East Hospital in Lees Summit, MO is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner I for full-time night shifts. You will perform respiratory therapist duties, assist in cardiopulmonary care, and collaborate with the medical team to ensure safe patient care, accurate testing, and timely interventions.

Requirements include Basic Life Support certification, Respiratory Therapy license, and an Associate Degree.