Respiratory Therapist - RRT

St. Luke's Health System; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotating weekends

Job summary

St. Luke’s Health System in Idaho is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to assess and treat patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. You will collaborate with physicians and the health care team to deliver evidence-based care.

We require an accredited program, an active RRT credential, BLS, and a valid state license. The role includes rotating shifts with every other Friday–Sunday, and a supportive environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Accredited program aligned with licensure requirements.
• 0 years experience.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Initiate assessment based on presenting problems and physician diagnosis.
• Complete ongoing assessments as patient condition dictates.
• Perform basic and advanced therapeutic interventions.
• Document care according to standards and priorities.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines for cardiopulmonary issues.
• Mentor and role-model to new staff and students.

Education

Accredited program aligned with licensure requirements

Job description

At St. Luke’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke’s is truly a great place to work.

Respiratory Therapist - Registered (RRT) are health care professionals who treat individuals with health care issues affecting the cardiopulmonary system.

Initiate assessment based on the patient's presenting problems or needs and the physician's medical diagnosis.

Complete ongoing assessments according to policy and/or as determined by patient condition.

Perform basic and advanced therapeutic interventions.

Determine the impact of interventions on the patient's condition and recognize the patient's progress toward meeting desired outcomes.

Document care based on standards of care and practice, patient acuity, and/or clinical priorities.

Involve patient, family and/or other significant individuals in care decisions and in learning self-care skills preparing for transfer to subsequent care environments.

Coordinate care between other professional disciplines as needed for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

Share essential information, through documentation and oral communication, with healthcare team members and other customers common to the unit/area(s) of assignment.

Serve as a role model and mentor to new and less experienced staff and students in health professions.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Can Expect:

• Work every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Qualifications:

• Education: Accredited program in alignment with licensure requirements
• Experience: 0 years experience
• Certifications:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials by National Board for Respiratory Care.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
• License: Valid license to practice respiratory therapy in state of practice
  

Requirements:

At St. Luke’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke’s is truly a great place to work.

Respiratory Therapist - Registered (RRT) are health care professionals who treat individuals with health care issues affecting the cardiopulmonary system.

Initiate assessment based on the patient's presenting problems or needs and the physician's medical diagnosis.

Complete ongoing assessments according to policy and/or as determined by patient condition.

Perform basic and advanced therapeutic interventions.

Determine the impact of interventions on the patient's condition and recognize the patient's progress toward meeting desired outcomes.

Document care based on standards of care and practice, patient acuity, and/or clinical priorities.

Involve patient, family and/or other significant individuals in care decisions and in learning self-care skills preparing for transfer to subsequent care environments.

Coordinate care between other professional disciplines as needed for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

Share essential information, through documentation and oral communication, with healthcare team members and other customers common to the unit/area(s) of assignment.

Serve as a role model and mentor to new and less experienced staff and students in health professions.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Can Expect:

• Work every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Qualifications:

• Education: Accredited program in alignment with licensure requirements
• Experience: 0 years experience
• Certifications:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials by National Board for Respiratory Care.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
• License: Valid license to practice respiratory therapy in state of practice
  

What's in it for you:

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.