Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Skilled Nursing

The Chateau at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Oakwood (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chateau at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat geriatric residents independently, with Saturday and Sunday schedule coverage.

Ideal candidates hold COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy with an active RRT/CRT license, BLS, and LTC experience. Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, bedside treatments, documentation, and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and initiate respiratory therapies for geriatric patients.
• Maintain records, operate and assemble respiratory equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments and quarterly in-service to nursing staff.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly documentation.
• Attend IDT meetings and manage caseload; LTC experience with tracheotomy.

Skills

Assessment & therapy initiation

Bedside care

Documentation

IDT meetings participation

Tracheotomy experience

Education

COARC accredited AS/BS Respiratory program

RRT or CRT license

Job description

The Chateau at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our skilled nursing team. The RT will evaluate and treat geriatric residents independently, with Saturday and Sunday schedule coverage.

Ideal candidates hold COARC-accredited AS or BS in Respiratory Therapy with an active RRT/CRT license, BLS, and LTC experience. Responsibilities include assessments, initiating therapies, bedside treatments, documentation, and