Respiratory Therapists (RT) FT Nights

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehab; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newark, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) for full-time night shifts to join our skilled nursing team. You will operate ventilators and therapy devices while closely monitoring patients under physician orders to provide optimal respiratory care.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to licensing requirements, and collaboration with a high-quality care team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• Operates equipment to ensure prescribed treatment parameters and administers medicinal gases and aerosol drugs under physician orders.
• Monitors patient vitals and physiological responses to therapy.
• Assists patient in performing breathing exercises.
• Observes and adjusts equipment to optimize therapy results.
• Maintains patient charts with therapy information.
• Inspects respiratory therapy equipment for safety and efficiency; orders repairs as needed.
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other healthcare personnel.

Skills

Ventilator operation

Gas administration

Vital signs monitoring

Breathing support

Education

Respiratory Therapist License (State)

Completion of approved respiratory therapy program

Tools

Ventilators

Therapeutic gas equipment

Environmental control systems

Aerosol generators

Job description

Respiratory Therapists (RT) Full-Time Nights

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation

Location: Newark, Ohio

About the Role:

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation, a skilled nursing facility providing short-term rehabilitation and extended care, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) with our facility, you will have the opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team to deliver innovative therapy techniques and professional medical care to our patients. Our goal is to enable you to achieve the quality of life you deserve in a comfortable and intimate environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 and administers 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

• 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 healthcare personnel

Requirements

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Completion of an approved school for respiratory therapy

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

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team

• Intimate atmosphere to provide comfortable recovery

• Professional development opportunities

If you are a motivated and caring Respiratory Therapist looking for a new opportunity, please apply to this role to join our team at Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation.

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