Respiratory Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Grand Island (NE); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

CHI Health St. Francis, based in Grand Island, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized cardiopulmonary care and support for patients with breathing issues.

The RT will manage ventilation, oxygen therapy, and related procedures within physician-guided protocols. Join an established RT team and contribute to patient assessment, care plans, and education for patients and families, with opportunities for supervision and leadership as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• CRT certification by NBRC and obtain RRT within 1 year upon hire.
• Active license in the state of Nebraska and/or Iowa as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• BLS through AHA required.
• ACLS certification within 3 months of hire, PALS within 6 months, and NRP within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic respiratory care and develops plans for delivery of Respiratory Therapy as directed by physicians or protocols and implements in a timely manner.
• Administers and monitors critical care procedures such as mechanical ventilation, physiological monitoring, and diagnostic procedures.
• Assesses patient needs related to therapy modality, frequency, and duration of treatment; communicates evaluation data to physician and may recommend changes in therapy.
• Records patient data in medical records and reports adverse reactions immediately.
• Provides instruction to patients, family, staff, and students about respiratory therapy procedures and equipment; documents as required.
• Assumes charge responsibilities in the supervisor's absence and assigns workload based on staff competency.

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC CRT certification

RRT within 1 year

Nebraska or Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner license

BLS through AHA

ACLS within 3 months, PALS within 6 months, NRP within 9 months

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support.

Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem-solving abilities will drive success in this vital role.

• Performs basic respiratory care and develops plans for the delivery of Respiratory Therapy as directed by physicians or protocols and implements in a timely manner. Promotes a positive quality work environment in the provision of quality patient care.
• In accordance with established policies, administers and monitors critical care procedures such as mechanical ventilation, physiological monitoring, and diagnostic procedures.
• Performs assessment of the patient, determining needs related to therapy modality, frequency, and duration of the treatment regime ordered by the MD based on patient’s age, cognitive and physician abilities, and/or developmental needs. Is responsible for the communication to the physician of pertinent patient evaluation data. Makes recommendations for changes in specific modes of therapy.
• Authorized to make entries in the medical record, consistent with and limited to the scope of the job duties and any applicable licensure. Observes the response of the patients to therapy, evaluated and records in the patient’s medical record. Immediately reports adverse reactions.
• Provides instruction to patients, family, staff, and students about theory, therapy, and equipment used in Respiratory Therapy procedures and techniques, and documents such as required. Provides instruction and referral for Home Care patients and their families/care givers using language and materials appropriate for age, cognitive, and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs.
• Assumes charge person responsibilities in the supervisor’s absence. Assigns work load, based on staff’s level of competency.

We are offering a $15,000 sign on bonus and $10,000 Loan Forgiveness to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Respiratory program
• Certified CRT by NBRC and obtain RRT within 1 year upon hire
• Active license in the state of Nebraska and/or Iowa as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• BLS through AHA required
• ACLS certification within 3 months of hire, PALS within 6 months, and NRP within 9 months

Where You'll Work

CHI Health St. Francis was established in Grand Island, Neb. in 1887. Today, our hospital is a regional referral center, with more than 100 physicians and more than 1,100 team members working together to build a healthier community. Our goal is to provide patients with high-quality medical care close to home, where they can be supported by their family, friends, and community.