Respiratory Therapist I - Nights - Cardiopulmonary Services
About The Position
Position qualifies for our Inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program, which includes a $12,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment, a sign on bonus of $3,000 with a 1-year work commitment and participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists). This position is located at UNC Health - Caldwell Hospital, 321 Mulberry Street SW, Lenoir, NC 28645. We offer a flexible schedule, with openings available for night shifts-a great fit for those who enjoy working evenings or need daytime flexibility. Work hours: 7pm - 7am Join our close-knit Respiratory Therapy team at Caldwell Hospital, where your skills and compassion make a real impact every day. Located in the welcoming town of Lenoir, NC, our hospital serves a vibrant community known for its scenic beauty, small-town charm, and strong sense of connection. Lenoir offers a relaxed lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, local arts, and a supportive environment that values both personal and professional growth. Whether you're a new grad or early in your career, you'll find mentorship, collaboration, and a chance to thrive in a setting that feels like home. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction. After completion of orientation, functions independently with minimal supervision.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. BLS on hire.
- No prior experience required.
Responsibilities
- Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
- May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.
- Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. Provides in-services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
- Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.
Benefits
- Inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program, which includes a $12,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment
- Sign on bonus of $3,000 with a 1-year work commitment
- Employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
