Respiratory Therapists (RT) 7p-7a

CCH Healthcare; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Northcrest Rehab and Nursing in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking Respiratory Therapists to join our nightshift team. We offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a full-time position from 7p to 7a.

The role involves operating mechanical ventilators and respiratory therapy equipment, monitoring patient responses, and assisting with breathing exercises. Requires completion of an approved respiratory therapy program and active license.

Qualifications

• One to three months' related experience and/or training.
• Completion of an approved school for respiratory therapy.
• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• Monitors patient’s physiological responses to therapy and vital signs.
• Assists patient in performing breathing exercises.
• Maintains patient charts with therapy information.
• Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment for safe operation.

Skills

Ventilator management

Vital signs monitoring

Breathing support

Therapy administration

Education

Approved respiratory therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Aerosol therapy devices

Respiratory equipment

Job description

Northcrest Rehab and Nursing in Napoleon, Ohio,is currently seekingRespiratory Therapists to join our amazing nightshift team!

Now Offering $2,500 Sign On Bonus!

Respiratory Therapists (RT) 7p-7a - Increased Wages

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following: other duties may be assigned.

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.

• Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients under the orders of Physician.

• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy through patient vital signs.

• Assists patient in performing breathing exercises.

• Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy. Consults with Physician in event of adverse reactions.

• Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information.

• Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.

• Orders repairs when needed.

• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, minimum education, training, license, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• One to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• The completion of an approved school for respiratory therapy.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License.

Job Type: Full-time 7p-7a

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