Respiratory Therapist

Skilled-Nursing-and-Rehab-1; Anita (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caring Acres in Anita, Iowa seeks a Respiratory Therapist licensed in the state to provide respiratory care per physician orders and facility guidelines. A CRT/RRT with NBRC accreditation and ACLS/BLS certification is required, with at least 6 months of pulmonary or long-term care exposure.

The successful candidate will uphold professional standards, participate in CQI activities, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting residents’ pulmonary and cardiac needs.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Iowa.
• Graduate of AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Active CRT or RRT credential with NBRC accreditation.
• Current ACLS and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders and guidelines.
• Comply with department policies and procedures.
• Represent organization professionally and participate in CQI activities.
• Adhere to state and federal guidelines and health/safety standards.

Skills

6 months pulmonary clinic experience

Education

Iowa Respiratory Therapist licensure

CRT or RRT NBRC accreditation

ACLS and BLS certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, We need You!

Our skilled nursing facility located in Anita Iowa is implementing a program that caters to our residents and future residents Pulmonary and Cardiac needs as well as general comorbidities, by strengthening their bodies through exercise and interventions. Providing a true difference in the lives of our residents. The ideal candidate will be Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist licensed in Iowa with NBRC accreditation, with 6 months experience in an acute long term or Pulmonary clinic.

Main Responsibilities:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, state and federal guideline, and the department policies and procedures.

Professional Requirements

Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Communicates and complies with the Caring Acres Mission, Vision, and Values as well as the focus statement of the department.

Complies with State and Federal Guidelines, along with Organizational Policies and Procedures.

Complies with Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Requirements:

Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Possesses and Maintains an active CRT or RRT credential and NBRC accreditation

Current ACLS and BLS Certification