Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), 24 hours, Evenings

RRT Education and Experience Requirements

• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
• Currently licensed in the state of Connecticut required.
• Certificate of Respiratory Therapy required, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC preferred.

RRT Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An active member in good standing with the AARC.
• Reads prescription, draws arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatments such as type and duration of therapy and medication and dosages.
• Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with physician’s orders.
• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
• Ability to function effectively under stress, prioritize workload and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to communicate well with physicians, hospital staff, patients and the general public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a level of professional confidentiality.

• Why Choose Day Kimball Health?
• The Care You Need.
• Close to Home.
• For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted community hospital and healthcare provider in Northeastern Connecticut, known for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home.
• As a non-profit, integrated healthcare system, we proudly offer a full continuum of services—from primary care and specialty care to homecare and hospice—to meet the evolving needs of our patients.
• What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission.
• At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day.
• Every voice is valued.
• Every contribution matters.
• Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job—it’s a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift.
• Come grow with a team that calls this community home.
• Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.
• Are you ready to bring your expertise to the largest employer in northeastern Connecticut, where individualized care and professional excellence go hand in hand?
• Join us as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and become part of a supportive culture built on respect, integrity, and purpose.
• Make a real impact—on your career, your team, and your community.
• Apply today.
• Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.
• Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.