What are the responsibilities and job description for the RRT - Respiratory - - Night shift position at Cross Country Allied?
Job Summary:
As a registered respiratory therapist, you will provide care for patients who have lung diseases and breathing disorders in a hospital, outpatient center, home health, nursing facility, private practice or other healthcare facility. You will evaluate patients, take samples, manage equipment and provide treatment to help patients with cardiac and pulmonary diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients to assess their respiratory status and develop treatment plans
- Perform various diagnostic tests, such as spirometry and pulse oximetry
- Manage and maintain respiratory equipment, including ventilators and oxygen therapy devices
- Provide education to patients and families on respiratory health and disease management
Requirements:
- At least 1 year of recent experience as a registered respiratory therapist
- NBRC Certification
- BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS Certifications (AHA)
- Current state license
Benefits:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
