Weekend Respiratory Therapist – Geriatric Care

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset; East Islip (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team, focusing on geriatric patients. The role requires valid licensure in the state and independent clinical ability to assess, treat, and document patient care.

Responsibilities include initiating therapies, maintaining records, overseeing equipment, and participating in IDT meetings.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and implement respiratory techniques.
• Initiate therapies and maintain patient records.
• Perform bedside treatments.
• Attend in-services for nursing staff every quarter.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend applicable IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy.
• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Follow facility procedures and protocols.
• Complete tracking, auditing and caseload management.

Skills

Independent practice

Bedside assessment

Communication

Education

COARC accredited AS

BS Respiratory program

BLS certification

Tools

Ventilators

Respiratory equipment

Job description

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled nursing team, focusing on geriatric patients. The role requires valid licensure in the state and independent clinical ability to assess, treat, and document patient care.

Responsibilities include initiating therapies, maintaining records, overseeing equipment, and participating in IDT meetings.