Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Prairie Ridge Health; Columbus (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their Respiratory Therapy Department. This PRN role involves performing patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, and providing essential treatment and diagnostic services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting pulmonary function tests and sleep oximetry testing, while also educating patients and families about pulmonary conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care in a supportive environment, working as part of a dynamic team committed to excellence in respiratory health.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist and valid Wisconsin license needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and develop care plans for respiratory patients.
• Provide treatment, diagnostic services, and educate patients and families.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Pulmonary Function Testing

Patient Education

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

EKG Equipment

Sleep Oximetry Equipment

Job description

PRH is looking for a team member to join our Respiratory Therapy Department in the role of Registered Respiratory Therapist. This position is PRN and will be responsible for performing assessments designed to gather data relevant to the patients' individual respiratory care needs, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan, providing treatment and diagnostic services, organizing care, and evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment/care provided.

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for performing assessments designed to gather data relevant to the patients' individual respiratory care needs, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan, providing treatment and diagnostic services, organizing care, and evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment/care provided. The Respiratory Therapist performs pulmonary function testing, sleep oximetry testing, EKG services, and a variety of other services. The Respiratory Therapist is also responsible for patient, family, and staff education as it relates to the patient’s pulmonary condition.

Preferred Skills

1. Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
2. Registered as a Respiratory Therapist.
3. Valid license in the state of Wisconsin.
4. CPR Certification.
5. ACLS Certification preferred.

FTE: PRN (as needed)
Shift: As needed days, Monday - Friday.
On call: 1 day shift per month, 1 weekend day/month, or 1 full weekend every other month. 1 holiday/year.