Therapist-Respiratory Registered

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care in Bryant, AR is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver respiratory care with clinical reasoning. You will assess patients, develop and implement care plans, and administer medications while acting as a clinical resource.

This role requires collaboration with the care team, patient and family education, and leadership in clinical practice. Candidates must have a current state license and RRT credential from NBRC, plus BLS (ACLS

Qualifications

• Must hold current state license and RRT credential from NBRC.
• Recent clinical respiratory care experience.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop individualized care plans
• Implement and evaluate respiratory therapies
• Administer prescribed medications and provide health education
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and support care delivery improvements
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship

Skills

RRT NBRC credential

Clinical respiratory care experience

Windows/Microsoft Office

BLS within 14 days; ACLS preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Assesses patients, develops, implements, and evaluates care plans, and administers medications. Acts as a clinical resource, offers patient and family education, and supports healthcare improvement activities. Demonstrates clinical leadership and commits to lifelong learning.

Role Overview

Provides respiratory care using critical thinking skills as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Assesses patients, develops, implements, and evaluates care plans, and administers medications. Acts as a clinical resource, offers patient and family education, and supports healthcare improvement activities. Demonstrates clinical leadership and commits to lifelong learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and develop individualized care plans
• Implement and evaluate respiratory therapies
• Administer prescribed medications and provide health education
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and support care delivery improvements
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship

Qualifications & Skills

• Current state license and RRT credential from the NBRC
• Recent clinical respiratory care experience
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS preferred

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of hospital and departmental orientation
• Strong communication and collaborative skills