Respiratory Therapist / PRN Nights

Overview Position

• Respiratory
• Therapist (RT) -
• PRN
• Location:
• Erie,
• PA
• Schedule: 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. -
• PRN/Per
• Diem/As
• NeededCompensation: $40.00 per hour
• Sign-On
• Bonus: $5,000 Select Specialty Hospital - Erie is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.
• Why
• Join Us:
• Start
• Strong: Extensive Respiratory Therapist (RT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Opportunity for
• Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your
• Impact
• Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan. Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent. Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Current state licensure is required. ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of related experience is preferred.