Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Dayshift

SSM Health; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for PRN Dayshift at their Regency Hospital NWI Porter County. This role is vital in evaluating patients and providing comprehensive respiratory care to those recovering from critical illnesses. With a competitive hourly pay of $45, opportunities for advancement and strong support through orientation are offered. Join a dedicated team focused on compassionate patient care.

Benefits

Extensive RT orientation program

Opportunity for full-time advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• ACLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex conditions.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Teaching and counseling

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Portage, IN (Regency Hospital NWI Porter County)

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN Dayshift

Hours: 6:00 am - 6:30 pm

Pay: $45.00 per hour

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Regency Hospital NWI Porter Countyis a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong:Extensive Respiratory Therapist (RT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)

Preferred qualifications:

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans