Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

Career Crunch; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Crunch is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to measure lung capacity, analyze samples, deliver therapies, and respond to emergencies. The role requires NC RRT licensure, BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications, with a strong focus on patient education and outcome tracking.

The successful candidate will maintain respiratory equipment, contribute to policy development, and participate in ongoing education to meet service levels.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory therapy is required.
• Current NC RRT license is required.
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer and EKGs.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and resources.
• Monitors and maintains respiratory supplies and equipment readiness.

Skills

Lung function testing

EKG interpretation

Tobacco cessation education

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

RRT license (North Carolina)

BCLS certification

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Respiratory equipment

Job description

A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer;, EKGs, and tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers ordered respiratory therapies; monitors, records, and communicates patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls; assesses patient condition and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families on illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders; maintains storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs all responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Must-Have Requirements

1. Education: Associate's degree in respiratory therapy required.
2. License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in state of North Carolina.
3. Certifications: BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required.