Registered Respiratory Therapist (Rrt)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients with respiratory conditions.

Position: Respiratory Therapist

Guaranteed Hours: 36 hrs.

Duration: 14 weeks

Shift Timing: 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM

Shift: 3rd

Responsibilities:

- Assess and evaluate patients with respiratory conditions

- Develop and implement respiratory care plans

- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

- Monitor and adjust ventilator settings for patients in critical care

- Perform diagnostic tests to assess lung function

- Educate patients and their families on respiratory care techniques

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care

- Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records

Requirements:

- Valid license as a Respiratory Therapist

- 1+ years of experience required.

- Experience in acute care, particularly in a hospital setting or ICU

- BLS certified.

- Proficient in medication administration related to respiratory therapy

- Familiarity with pediatric respiratory care is a plus

- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately assess vital signs

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.78 - $55.97 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• Inpatient
• Long term care
• Rehabilitation center

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Experience:

• Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RT (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Norfolk, VA 23502 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Norfolk, VA 23502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person