Respiratory Therapist Reg

CHI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Loan forgiveness $10,000

Job summary

CHI Health Lakeside is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our established RT team dedicated to cardiopulmonary patient care. You will deliver breathing techniques, nebulizer treatments, ventilator management, and oxygen therapy, while applying assessment skills to create effective care plans.

We expect urgency, calm under pressure, and strong problem-solving to support patients in routine and emergent situations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Certified CRT by NBRC; RRT to be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Active license as Nebraska Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• BLS required at hire; ACLS/PALS/NRP within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic respiratory care and develops therapy plans as directed by physicians.
• Manages mechanical ventilation, monitoring, and diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Assesses patient needs and communicates evaluation data to physicians; recommends therapy changes.
• Documents care and monitors patient responses; reports adverse reactions immediately.
• Educates patients and families about therapy and equipment; supports Home Care referrals as needed.
• Serves as charge person in supervisor's absence and assigns workloads.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC CRT certification

Nebraska Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will join an established team of RTs who share your passion for delivering highly specialized cardiopulmonary care to patients experiencing breathing issues. You'll be instrumental in providing a range of treatments from breathing techniques and nebulizer treatments to ventilator management, oxygen therapies, and external ventilation support.

Every day you will apply your keen assessment skills and critical thinking to manage diverse patient needs, develop and execute effective care plans, and ensure calm, focused intervention in both routine and emergent situations.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, unwavering calm under pressure, and the ability to anticipate outcomes. Your dedication to patient well-being and exceptional problem-solving abilities will drive success in this vital role.

• Performs basic respiratory care and develops plans for the delivery of Respiratory Therapy as directed by physicians or protocols and implements in a timely manner. Promotes a positive quality work environment in the provision of quality patient care.
• In accordance with established policies, administers and monitors critical care procedures such as mechanical ventilation, physiological monitoring, and diagnostic procedures.
• Performs assessment of the patient, determining needs related to therapy modality, frequency, and duration of the treatment regime ordered by the MD based on patient’s age, cognitive and physician abilities, and/or developmental needs. Is responsible for the communication to the physician of pertinent patient evaluation data. Makes recommendations for changes in specific modes of therapy.
• Authorized to make entries in the medical record, consistent with and limited to the scope of the job duties and any applicable licensure. Observes the response of the patients to therapy, evaluated and records in the patient’s medical record. Immediately reports adverse reactions.
• Provides instruction to patients, family, staff, and students about theory, therapy, and equipment used in Respiratory Therapy procedures and techniques, and documents such as required. Provides instruction and referral for Home Care patients and their families/care givers using language and materials appropriate for age, cognitive, and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs.
• Assumes charge person responsibilities in the supervisor’s absence. Assigns work load, based on staff’s level of competency.

Benefits

• We are offering a $15,000 sign on bonus and $10,000 Loan Forgiveness to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Required

Job Requirements

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited Respiratory program
• Certified CRT by NBRC and obtain RRT within 1 year upon hire
• Active license in the state of Nebraska as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• BLS upon hire
• ACLS certification within 3 months of hire, PALS within 6 months, and NRP within 9 months

Where You'll Work

CHI Health Lakeside is West Omaha's only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body, mind, and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable, less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world, we provide a full range of services including: maternity, cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.

Pay Range

$33.84 - $50.34 /hour