Respiratory Therapist / PRN Nights

SSM Health; Durham (NC); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading critical illness recovery hospital as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a per diem basis. You will provide essential respiratory care to critically ill patients, ensuring their comfort and recovery. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, this role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement. Ideal candidates will hold relevant certifications and have a passion for patient care.

Benefits

Extensive RT Orientation Program

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC.
• ACLS is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Quality Improvement

Patient Counseling

Education

Active CRT or RRT Credential

Basic Life Support Certification

Current State Licensure

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Durham, NC

Schedule: 7 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.Compensation: $38.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Durham 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

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.