Respiratory Therapist

This role involves leading and overseeing the daily activities of a healthcare shift, ensuring safe and effective patient care through independent judgment and collaboration. Responsibilities include managing staff assignments, facilitating interdisciplinary communication, supporting onboarding and training, and maintaining equipment functionality. The position requires providing direct patient care, administering medications, and promoting quality improvement initiatives focused on safety, customer service, and care excellence. Leadership duties encompass evaluating staff performance, ensuring compliance with policies, and fostering professional development. Qualifications include an associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy, current certifications such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT credentials. Experience in critical care settings with a minimum of two years of clinical practice is necessary. The role demands strong clinical skills, leadership ability, and commitment to quality patient outcomes, with additional training and certification support preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr