Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights Lenexa City Center

AdventHealth; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist, where you'll deliver critical respiratory care in a dynamic hospital setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, responding to emergencies, and utilizing advanced respiratory equipment. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to providing holistic care and improving patient outcomes. With a focus on professional growth and community service, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Benefits available from day 1

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Technical School graduate required.
• Kansas Respiratory Therapist License and BCLS certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct respiratory care and evaluate patient status.
• Respond to emergencies and perform appropriate interventions.
• Ensure proper operation of respiratory devices and ventilators.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Respiratory Care Procedures

Ventilator Operation

Proficiency with Respiratory Devices

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Draeger Ventilator

EzPAP

Incentive Spirometry

Job description

Respiratory Therapist - AdventHealth Lenexa City Center

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

1. Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019
2. Benefits and PTO available day 1
3. Career Development
4. Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
5. Mental Health Resources and Support
6. Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time 12 hour shifts, including weekends. 6:30pm – 7:00am

Shift: Nights

Location: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center

16950 W. 86th St. Lenexa KS 66219

The community you’ll be caring for:

Our newest hospital in the Kansas City metro area — AdventHealth Lenexa City Center — will include around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services and inpatient beds for medical-surgical and short-stay units.

The new campus will include:

1. 244,000 square feet
2. Capacity for 98 total beds (44 on opening and 54 slated for future expansion)
3. Four operating rooms (two upon opening and two slated for future dates)

The role you’ll contribute:

The Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients in all areas of the hospital as outlined in Pulmonary Services procedure manual. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the routine as well as critical care modes of respiratory care. Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides recommendations and/or changes to care based on patient’s current status.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Respond to emergency situations immediately, perform appropriate patient assessment and intervention and replace emergency supplies in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate understanding of Code Blue and Rapid Response procedures.
• Assure code blue intubation and blade boxes are checked daily and after use.
• Perform respiratory care procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care plan.
• Perform ABG’s and process according to department procedure, understand results and take appropriate action.
• Follows the AIDET model (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank) at all times.
• Demonstrate proficiency with multiple devices i.e. EzPAP, Flutter Valve, PEP, Theravest/Smart Vest, Acapella and Incentive Spirometry.
• Demonstrate ability to initiate and operate the Draeger Ventilator.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of the iVent.
• Demonstrate ability to identify appropriate, initiate and document in hospital IPOCS.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associate’s Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
• Up to 1 Year of Experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience
• American Association of Respiratory Care Certified Pulmonary Function Tech or Registered Pulmonary Function Tech
• 2 years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1 year of work experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Kansas Respiratory Therapist License
• BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
• NRP if working in the NICU

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 25008153