Respiratory Therapist RRT - TEMP PRN Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Poplar Bluff, MO

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RRT) administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents and procedures related to respiratory care 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 under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician. This is a 14-week seasonal contract requiring night shifts of 12 hours, from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. The position is identified as PRN.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
For NICU work, Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and STABLE neonatal certification are required.
In Georgia, PALS and NRP certifications are required; successful completion of the assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire is required.
Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, patients, and families.
Skills 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 continued professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer advanced respiratory treatments, assess patients, and monitor responses.
Orient patients to treatment modalities before procedures to support cooperation and successful completion.
Perform and accurately document arterial blood gas (ABG) punctures, and promptly report results.
Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
Perform pulmonary and other testing procedures as assigned.
Follow respiratory protocols and safety and regulatory standards during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely follow-up on patient-care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment for proper 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 maintain airways 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.