Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Nights

SSM Health; Wilmington (DE); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a per diem position. This role involves providing crucial respiratory care to patients in a critical illness recovery hospital. Applicants must possess valid certifications and state licensure, with an opportunity for further advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for full-time positions

Qualifications

• Must have active CRT/RRT credential from the NBRC or state equivalent.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Current state licensure is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care for critical medical conditions.
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Quality Improvement

Patient Teaching

Education

CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem / PRN

Schedule: Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts, PRN / As NeededCompensation: $45 per hour plus shift differentials for nights and weekends

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

• 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

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