Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a compassionate Respiratory Therapist lookin to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents? We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality respiratory car within our skilled nursing and long-term care community.

Respiratory Therapist Essential Duties

• Provide respiratory treatments and therapies as ordered by the physician

• Assess and monitor resident respiratory status during routine treatments and rounds

• Identify changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to nursing and providers

• Assist with management of oxygen therapy and oxygen equipment

• Monitor residents utilizing respiratory devices and therapies

• Perform routing respiratory assessment including breath sounds, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and treatment effectiveness

• Recognize early sign of respiratory decline and initiate appropriate communication and intervention

Respiratory Qualifications

Required

• Current Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) license in good standing

• Current BLS certification

Preferred

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care

• ACLS certification