Vital Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) - PRN

SSM Health; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 4,261,000 - 6,392,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (PRN) to provide respiratory therapies, assess patients, and implement treatment plans in a part-time, day-shift capacity.

The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and can require on-demand coverage as needed. Requires an associate degree in respiratory care and licensure; no formal experience is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
• State of Work Location: Illinois; active licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care.
• Provide respiratory care services per physician orders and department procedures.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment; document patient status.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and community resources.
• Maintain equipment, inventory and cleaning/sterilization procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety at all times.

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (PRN) to provide respiratory therapies, assess patients, and implement treatment plans in a part-time, day-shift capacity.

The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and can require on-demand coverage as needed. Requires an associate degree in respiratory care and licensure; no formal experience is required.