Resp Therapist RRT PRN

Community Health Systems • Kirksville, MO

2d

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 patient care. The position works under the direction of the ordering physician or clinician.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required if working in the NICU.
• STABLE neonatal certification required if working in the NICU.
• Proficiency in 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 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, conduct 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 and promptly report results.
• Assist physicians with bedside procedures as assigned.
• Perform assigned testing procedures, including pulmonary testing.
• Follow respiratory protocols and safety guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicate with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, including timely follow-up on patient care concerns.
• Evaluate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring it functions properly and is clean and safe.
• Implement written and verbal physician orders in accordance with established 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 safety and 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 organizational policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed