Respiratory Therapist

Sweetwater Care; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitative Center in Kansas is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to join our pulmonary program. You will administer therapies, monitor patients, and collaborate with nursing and medical staff to improve outcomes for residents.

A Kansas license, CRT or RRT credential, and ACLS/BLS certification are required. We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a supportive team focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in Kansas (CRT or RRT).
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification.
• Proven ability to work in a pulmonary program within long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapies and monitor patient response.
• Assess pain and participate in rehabilitation planning.
• Follow infection control and equipment sterilization procedures.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and leadership to coordinate care.

Skills

CRT or RRT

Kansas license

ACLS & BLS

Education

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Respiratory equipment operation

Job description

Respiratory Therapist, We need You!

$5,000Sign-On Bonus!!!

Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitative Center, located in Hiawatha, is launching a pulmonary program that caters to our residents and future residents’ pulmonary and cardiac needs. Our pulmonary program has had a highly effective impact on preventing re-hospitilazation, maintaining or improving ADLs, and reducing risk of pulmonary infection. Policies and processes have been created so we can have a proactive focus on bettering the lives we serve. The ideal candidate will be a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist, licensed in the State of Kansas, with a love of servant leadership. Alongside the Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist, the RT will execute treatments and interventions necessary to create an atmosphere of health and wellbeing establishing tangible goals and tracking the progress of those we steward!

Under the supervision of the Pulmonary Program Coordinator, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician’s orders, department policies and procedures, and state and federal guidelines.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintains knowledge of the varying aspects of all things pulmonary as allowed within the therapist scope and licensure of the long-term care facility.
• Administers respiratory therapy treatments and interventions, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate nursing contact for intervention.
• Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures and maintains effective infection control.
• Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any extension of the Pulmonary Program
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on residents of varying acuity,age, and life station.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of hazards of oxygen therapy.
• Formulates care plan based on identified learning needs of a patient and evaluates effectiveness of learning, Patient’s family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and that physician orders and facility policy is followed.
• Demonstrates ability to assess patient, his/her need, and ability to tolerate treatment and reassessment for response to treatment.
• Demonstrates the ability to navigate pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations.
• Attends and conducts education in-service programs to maintain professional competency. Obtains appropriate program-specific education and training.
• Performs all additional duties assigned by the department manager.
• In charge therapist role, is responsible for the daily operation of the shift, including work assignments, troubleshooting, responding to emergencies, and liaison with nurses, Director of Nursing, the Administrator and Physicians
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from PPC or NHA.

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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Possesses and maintains an active CRT orRRT credential.
• Current ACLS and BLS Certification