Respiratory Therapist Full-Time Night Shift - SSM Health

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights:

• Department: Respiratory Care Services
• Schedule: PRN, Night Shift (11:00pm - 7:00am)
• Base Pay: $31.00/hr
• Max Incentive Pay: $15.50/hr
• Qualifications: Two years' experience
• Location: SSM Health DePaul Hospital At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with employees like you. Are you an experienced RRT looking for another career move or are you a newer grad looking to find your family of other RRT's to grow and learn alongside? We are currently looking for a skilled and experienced Respiratory Care Practitioner to join our team at SSM Health-DePaul Hospital. This is a PRN position on the night shift. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, your responsibilities will include assessing patients' respiratory conditions, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring their progress. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. At SSM Health, we value our employees and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. We also offer self-scheduling options for our PRN roles If you are passionate about respiratory care and possess strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you. Your expertise and dedication will make a significant impact on the lives of our patients and their families. Thank you for considering SSM Health-DePaul Hospital as your potential employer. We look forward to the possibility of working together and making a difference in the lives of our patients. Named 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2023 - Becker's Healthcare Named One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 - Newsweek Named One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2023 - Newsweek **Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.** Job Summary: Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
  • Responsible for providing respiratory care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures and guidelines.
  • Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities.
  • Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
  • Educates the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
  • Assists with care, calibration and maintenance of all equipment. Participates in maintaining departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment. Processes equipment per established cleaning/sterilization procedures.
  • Responds to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
    EDUCATION
    • Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
      EXPERIENCE
      • No experience required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
        • Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
        • Constant standing and walking.
        • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
        • Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
        • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
        • Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
        • Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
        • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
        • Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
        • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
        • Occasional driving.
        • Rare crawling and running. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
          
          
          State of Work Location: Illinois
          • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) -
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          • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) -
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          • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) -
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          • Respiratory Care Practitioner, Registered - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) -
            State of Work Location: Missouri -
            • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) -
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            • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) -
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            • Respiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration -
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            • Respiratory Educ Permit - Missouri Division of Professional Registration - -
              State of Work Location: Oklahoma -
              • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) -
              • And -
              • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) -
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              • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) -
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              • Letter of Acknowledgement of Receipt of Application for Respiratory Care Practitioner. - Oklahoma Medical Board -
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              • Provisional Respiratory Care Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board -
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              • Respiratory Care Practitioner - Oklahoma Medical Board - -
                State of Work Location: Wisconsin -
                • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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                • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
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                • Respiratory Care Practitioner - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
                  
                  Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 8452000128 I-Choice Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
                  
                  • Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
                  • Flexible Payment Options: o ur voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
                  • Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.