Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem, Nights

SSM Health; Danville (KY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Danville, KY is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join their team. This per diem position involves evaluating patients, providing critical respiratory care, and ensuring quality improvement in a supportive environment. With opportunities for advancement and a sign-on bonus, this role is perfect for those passionate about patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $3,000

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification needed by start date.
• Current state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Quality Improvement

Teaching

Education

CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Danville, KY

Schedule: Per Diem/ PRN, Night shift(7-7)Compensation: $36.00/hr.

Sign-on bonus: $3,000

Select Specialty Hospital is 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