Therapy - RRT

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics Specialty: RRT Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30) Experience: Minimum of 18 months recent ICU experience License: IN license required Certifications: NBRC (RRT), ACLS, BCLS Must-Have: Candidate must be able to work every other weekend. Candidate must work two out of three major holidays. Floating between facilities is required.

The position requires the candidate to provide respiratory care to patients in an ICU setting. Responsibilities include administering aerosol treatments, assisting with intubation, and providing care for patients with tracheostomies. The candidate will perform arterial blood gas draws and interpret results. Experience with high flow nasal cannula and troubleshooting high-pressure alarms is necessary. The role involves care for adult and geriatric patients. Candidates will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Candidates should have experience with various mechanical ventilation techniques. This is a travel position that requires candidates to float between different facilities. Candidates must be willing to accept changes in patient assignment as needed. The candidate must have strong critical care skills and the ability to provide effective patient care in a dynamic environment. Candidates must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.