Skilled Nursing Respiratory Therapist — Weekend Coverage

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Flatbush (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The role covers Saturday and Sunday shifts and requires independent assessment, therapy initiation, and bedside care to geriatric residents.

Responsibilities include performing respiratory evaluations, documenting patient progress, coordinating with IDT meetings, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program; licensed as RRT or CRT.
• Licensed in the state in which practicing; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and initiate therapies for residents.
• Maintain patient records and document care daily.
• Operate and check respiratory equipment and supplies.
• Attend in-services and participate in IDT meetings.
• Provide bedside treatments and manage caseload as required.
• Experience with tracheotomy and long-term care settings.

Skills

Independent practice

Bedside care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

COARC accredited AS/BS Respiratory program

Licensed as RRT or CRT

Tools

Ventilators

Tracheotomy equipment

Job description

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The role covers Saturday and Sunday shifts and requires independent assessment, therapy initiation, and bedside care to geriatric residents.

Responsibilities include performing respiratory evaluations, documenting patient progress, coordinating with IDT meetings, and ensuring equipment readiness.