Respiratory Therapist 2 - Adults - Nights

Benefits Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply. Role Overview Respiratory Therapist 2 learns, performs and completes assignments and responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period. This position provides safe and effective respiratory care as an advanced Respiratory Therapist for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric populations in accordance with discipline training, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and hospital standards and protocols. This position serves as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and students. If applicable, this position functions as a shift team leader in the absence of the supervisor. Licensure & Certification Requirements (Hiring) Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist required Current certification or registry from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current related credentials from the NBRC or National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) preferred Current ACLS and/or PALS preferred On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Licensure & Certification Requirements (Continued Employment) Current license as a Respiratory Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia required Current CRT or RRT required Current CPR certification as required by practice setting Current NRP certification as required by practice setting On or after 1/1/2015, new hires must be current RRT. Experience Required: One (1) year of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Preferred: Two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist, previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting. Education Required: Education, training and/or experience that has satisfied the eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its predecessor organizations). Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited program. Key Responsibilities Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, including during emergency response; airway care; selecting appropriate ventilators and non‑ordered ventilator parameters; consulting with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding the appropriateness of the patient care plan; and maintaining work areas in a clean and well‑stocked manner. Perform shift team leader role in the supervisor's absence, if applicable. Additional Requirements Depending on work assignment, may be required to rotate shifts, work on weekends and holidays and take on‑call. Populations Served As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements Physical: Lifting 20–50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast‑pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent, change EEO Statement EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems