Respiratory Therapist - PRN Night shift

Select Specialty Hospital; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Employee assistance program

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Durham, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for PRN Nightshift roles. This position requires critical care experience and specific certifications, including BLS and ACLS. Join a dedicated team in providing exceptional patient care for chronic, critically ill patients.

We offer an extensive orientation program, opportunity for advancement, and benefits supporting overall well-being.

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma preferred.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Inserting endotracheal tubes

Quality improvement

Teaching patients/families

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Proof of graduation

BLS certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Durham, NC (6th floor of Duke Regional Hospital)

Schedule: PRN Nightshift - 7 pm to 7:30 am

Compensation: $40.00 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 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.
• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Job 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• 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.