Respiratory Care Therapist PRN Nights

Baptist Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN night shifts. This role involves delivering essential respiratory care to patients of all ages and ensuring quality patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will have the necessary credentials and a commitment to teamwork and effective communication. Join a supportive environment focused on clinical excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Provides basic respiratory care to patients from neonates to geriatrics.
• Delivers quality patient care and retrieves quality improvement data.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory care procedures based on patient needs.
• Assesses respiratory status through exams and chart reviews.
• Communicates patient care plans effectively with team members.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CRT or RRT Credential

Kentucky Mandatory Certificate/License

Job description

Job Description

PRN night shift

Position Overview

The Respiratory Therapist provides basic respiratory care to patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics in generally predictable, although critical, situations. This is done under the supervision of the manager and with support from the shift supervisor. Staff practitioners are responsible for delivering quality patient care and retrieving basic quality improvement data based on specific instructions and guidelines.

Job Duties

1. Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs, physical directions/orders, and within the limits of established Baptist Health Paducah and Respiratory Care department policies and procedures.
2. Maintains access to medication storage areas relevant to job tasks and ensures these areas are secure.
3. Assesses the respiratory status of assigned patients through physical exams, chart reviews, and responses to therapies.
4. Performs airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.
5. Communicates the patient care plan effectively with team members, including peers, physicians, and nursing staff. Maintains a team focus during and between shifts and provides shift change reports.

Requirements

• CRT or RRT Credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Kentucky Mandatory Certificate/License

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation, we encourage you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.