Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Advocate Health; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Medical Center in Lexington, NC seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist for night shift to provide respiratory therapies across the hospital and support ventilation needs with compassionate, standards-based care.

The role requires NBRC RRT, NC licensure, BLS, and within 90 days PALS/NRP and ACLS certifications. Expect teamwork, adherence to policies, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory care program or NBRC policy-compliant alternative.
• RRT credential with NBRC and NC licensure as an RCP required.
• BLS required.
• PALS and NRP must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory therapies per age-appropriate standards and hospital policies.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support.
• Reports routine procedures to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing and adheres to regulations.
• Provides invasive and non-invasive monitoring for patient safety.
• Maintains ongoing professional knowledge and pursues quality improvement.
• Delivers age-specific patient care according to Age-Specific Care Guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Direct & indirect care

Multitasking under stress

Education

AMA approved program grad

NBRC registry (RRT)

NC Licensed RCP

BLS certified

PALS & NRP within 90 days

ACLS within 90 days

Job description

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Location: Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, NC


• Shift Schedule: Full Time, Nights

YOU’LL NEED:

• Graduate of an AMA approved two or four-year program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations.


• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.


• Peds: PALS and NRP required within 90 days of employment.


• Adult: ACLS required within 90 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.


• Provides respiratory therapies, following age appropriate standards of care and departmental policies and procedures throughout the hospital.


• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation and airway support following age-appropriate standards of care.


• Reports routine clinical procedures regarding patients to relief personnel to ensure continuity of care for the patient. Performs and maintains competency for point-of-care testing, as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH policies and with applicable state and federal regulations.


• Provides invasive and non-invasive monitoring to ensure patient safety and appropriateness of care.


• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensures QI to enhance service to customers.


• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Communication skills including verbal, non-verbal listening skills


• Ability to provide direct and indirect respiratory care Ability to perform multiple tasks under stress

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.