Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Ventilator Specialist

Kindred Hospital Northland; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Northland in Kansas City is seeking a Respiratory Therapist responsible for providing safe and competent respiratory care. This role includes monitoring mechanical ventilation, performing patient assessments, and educating patients and families. The ideal candidate will have a Respiratory Therapy license and certifications from the National Board for Respiratory Care. You will be part of a team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Education required for credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current Respiratory Therapy license from the appropriate state licensing body.
• Experience in patient care related to respiratory therapy.

Responsibilities

• Administer safe and competent respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Monitor and troubleshoot mechanical ventilation.
• Provide patient and family education about respiratory care.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under stress

Teamwork

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Education

Respiratory Therapy education

Tools

Mechanical ventilation equipment

Medical respiratory equipment

ABG analyzers

Job description

Kindred Hospital Northland in Kansas City is seeking a Respiratory Therapist responsible for providing safe and competent respiratory care. This role includes monitoring mechanical ventilation, performing patient assessments, and educating patients and families. The ideal candidate will have a Respiratory Therapy license and certifications from the National Board for Respiratory Care. You will be part of a team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.