Respiratory Therapist - Temporary

Don’t miss this opportunity to join our Respiratory Department. Black River Memorial Hospital has an immediate opening for a temporary Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapist plans and provides comprehensive patient care, manages available nursing resources, and collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to provide quality, cost-effective patient care.

• Temporary; 5-months with potential for 3-month extension; up to 39 hours per pay period, various hours and shifts with every 3rd weekend rotation

Essential Duties Include:

• Provides patient and family-focused care throughout the patient’s stay.
• Evaluates patient assessments and responses to interventions and takes appropriate action according to established standards.
• Participates in patient and family education as evidenced by teaching documentation on appropriate forms.
• Initiates effective discharge and referral plans on admission utilizing appropriate hospital and community resources.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of required competencies, including, but not limited to ventilators, BiPap/CPAP, and other respiratory modalities.

Educational Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care required
• RRT, or CRT with experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• NRP and PALS certification within 3 months of hire
• Current licensed Wisconsin RCP

Make Black River Memorial Hospital your home, we make transitions seamless. You will also appreciate excellent benefits, a positive and pleasant hospital environment that values teamwork, and a passionate focus on patient care. Now is your chance to join this new and exciting opening at Black River Memorial Hospital.

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