Respiratory Therapist

Fairway Landings Senior Living; Anita (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairway Landings Senior Living in Anita, Iowa seeks a Respiratory Therapist to join a program focused on pulmonary and cardiac needs, plus general conditions. Licensed RT with NBRC accreditation and 6 months relevant experience is preferred.

ACLS/BLS required; CRT or RRT credentials are highly valued. Responsibilities include delivering respiratory care per physician orders, ensuring safety, and collaborating with nursing leadership to support residents and future admissions.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Respiratory Therapist licensure required.
• CRT or RRT credential with NBRC accreditation preferred.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders and department policies.
• Monitor and adjust patient treatments under Nursing Director oversight.
• Participate in CQI and maintain compliance with guidelines.

Education

Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

CRT or RRT credential

NBRC accreditation

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Compensation: $35 to $48 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Rotating Monday through Sunday, 8 or 12 hour shifts available

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. 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, with a love of servant leadership.

Main Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, 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 Sweetwater 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.

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 NBRD accreditation
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification