Respiratory Therapist

Pcplattsmouth; Plattsmouth (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pcplattsmouth in Plattsmouth, Nebraska is seeking a compassionate Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care in our skilled nursing community. You will be responsible for administering treatments, monitoring residents’ respiratory statuses, and ensuring compliance with protocols.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Respiratory Therapist license and BLS certification, with experience preferred in skilled nursing or long-term care. Join us to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Current CRT or RRT license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory treatments and therapies as per physician orders.
• Assess and monitor resident respiratory status.
• Identify changes in condition and communicate concerns.

Skills

Respiratory treatments and therapies

Assessment and monitoring of respiratory status

Communication with nursing and providers

Oxygen therapy management

Education

Current Respiratory Therapist license

Current BLS certification

Tools

Respiratory devices

Job description

Are you a compassionate Respiratory Therapist lookin to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents? We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory car within our skilled nursing and long-term care community.

Respiratory Therapist Essential Duties

• Provide respiratory treatments and therapies as ordered by the physician

• Assess and monitor resident respiratory status during routine treatments and rounds

• Identify changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to nursing and providers

• Assist with management of oxygen therapy and oxygen equipment

• Monitor residents utilizing respiratory devices and therapies

• Perform routing respiratory assessment including breath sounds, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and treatment effectiveness

• Recognize early sign of respiratory decline and initiate appropriate communication and intervention

Respiratory Qualifications

Required

• Current Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) license in good standing
• Current BLS certification

Preferred

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care
• ACLS certification