What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist PRN Night Shift position at ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Madisonville?
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of all patients ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric. Upon request of the physician, will sets up and operate various types of respiratory care equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease and / or illness. Conduct physician prescribed treatments : including but not limited to, Hand Held Nebulizer Therapy and various nasal oxygen devices in order to administer prescribed medicinal vapors and gases, humidity, various oxygen concentrations to the respiratory system of the patient, and chest physical therapy treatments. Looking to increase our PRN night shift pool.
Qualifications : Must be Credentialed by The National Board of Respiratory Care as a CRT or RRT. Must be licensed to practice in Kentucky BLS required upon hire. ACLS required within 90 days of hire. 3 to 5 years of working experience working in an acute care environment or, critical care experience preferred but not mandatory.
ContinueCARE Hospital is a tobacco and drug free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
