Respiratory Care Practitioner

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Location: Eureka, California, United States Openings: Full-Time Position Client is seeking two skilled Respiratory Care Practitioners for full-time in Eureka, CA. These professionals will apply critical thinking, clinical knowledge, and hands-on skills to support patients of all ages in various units including Critical Care, Emergency, NICU, PACU, Telemetry, and Childbirth Centers. This role is ideal for candidates with at least 2 years of acute hospital experience, especially those experienced in high-acuity and multi-unit respiratory care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care services across diverse patient populations.
• Assess, plan, and deliver care in ICU, ED, NICU, PACU, and other critical and acute settings.
• Operate ventilators, administer respiratory medications, perform bronchial hygiene, and support life-saving interventions.
• Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies and Code Blue events.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records and care systems.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to optimize care outcomes.
• Follow established clinical protocols and ensure patient safety in every interaction.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education & Accreditation of the American Medical Association (AMA).
• California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License Required upon hire
• BLS Certification (AHA) Required upon hire
• ACLS Certification (AHA) Required within 90 days of hire
• PALS Certification (AHA) Required within 90 days of hire
• 2+ years of full-time hospital-based acute care experience, including:
• Critical Care
• Emergency Department
• NICU
• PACU
• Medical-Surgical
• Telemetry
• Nursery
• Childbirth Center

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong clinical skills in acute care settings with a multi-unit exposure.
• Proficient in the use of ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, oxygen therapy, ABG analysis.
• Able to work independently on night shifts and respond quickly to emergencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Certified and compliant with California RCP licensure and AHA certifications.