Respiratory Therapist RRT Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Kirksville, MO

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist - RRT administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures in accordance with physician orders and organizational policies. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring their responses, and implementing treatment plans to support respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The therapist documents care accurately, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician. The scheduled shift is 1830–0700.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
Proficiency administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skill in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance.
Competence using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required if working in the NICU.
STABLE neonatal certification is required if working in the NICU.

Responsibilities

Administer advanced respiratory treatments, assess patients, and monitor their responses.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to support cooperation and successful completion.
Perform and document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures accurately and report results promptly.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform assigned testing procedures, including pulmonary testing.
Follow respiratory protocols and comply with safety guidelines and regulatory standards during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, and follow up on patient care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including its function, cleanliness, and safety.
Implement written and verbal physician orders in accordance with respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
Use personal protective equipment and patient identification techniques in accordance with infection control standards.
Manage ventilator settings and airway maintenance to support patient comfort and safety.
Respond to emergencies with appropriate interventions and collaborate with healthcare teams to stabilize patients.
Apply age-specific considerations when providing oxygen therapy across patient populations.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.