Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

Overview

At Saint John Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint John Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

In addition to acute care services, Saint John Hospital specializes in 24/7 emergency care, senior behavioral health, skilled nursing, ambulatory care, including outpatient surgical services, imaging services including 3D mammography, Diagnostic Imaging and Ultrasound, Rehabilitation Services including Physical, Occupational and Speech/Language Therapy and Audiology. Saint John is certified as an Advanced Disease-Specific Care for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Saint John is 5-star rated for Treatment of Sepsis (2018-2020) and Treatment of Heart Failure (2020) by Healthgrades. The hospital is a part of Prime Healthcare Services to learn more, visitwww.saintjohnleavenworth.comor call 913-680-6000.

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Responsibilities

We are seeking aRespiratory Therapist (PRN),internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Saint John Hospital a member of Prime Healthcare. The Respiratory Therapist can be referred to as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II) but someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population; in the absence of a supervisor, they may be designated as the Lead RCP, overseeing the department during their shift. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PRN.

Shift’s Available: Varied

Employment Type:Per Diem (PRN)

Hours:Varied

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily

conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients

set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently

may be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations

assess patients respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed

ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required

current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

2 years experience as an RCP preferred

ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

NRP certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred

high school diploma or equivalent is required

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FacilitySt. Johns Hospital

LocationUS-KS-Leavenworth

ID2024-178139

CategoryClinical Tech

Position TypePer Diem

ShiftVariable

Job TypeNon-Exempt