Respiratory Therapist RRT Nights

Community Health Systems•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. The role includes assessing patients, monitoring responses, and implementing treatment plans to support effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician and established organizational policies and procedures. The listed shift is 1830–0700. The role requires an RRT license, ACLS, and PALS certifications. NRP and STABLE are required if working in the NICU department.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
If working in the NICU department, Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and STABLE neonatal certification are required.
Proficiency in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
Strong communication skills for interacting effectively 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 continuous 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, perform assessments, and monitor patient 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 pulmonary testing and other testing procedures as assigned.
Follow respiratory protocols and safety guidelines, and comply with regulatory standards during procedures.
Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns.
Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring it functions properly, is clean, and meets safety standards.
Implement written or verbal physician orders in compliance with respiratory care procedures.
Document respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses clearly and thoroughly in compliance with policies.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and infection control.
Manage ventilator settings and maintain airways to support patient comfort and safety.
Use skill and judgment in emergencies, initiate 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 all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.