Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Frankfort, KY
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local hospital in Frankfort, KY where you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of patients with breathing disorders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Current Kentucky state respiratory therapist license in good standing.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Minimum one year of hospital-based respiratory therapy experience.
• Experience with mechanical ventilators, including Hamilton C-1 and Avea ventilators preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NRP preferred; if not held, employer can provide NRP training on site. (Preferred)
• Competence in arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and respiratory procedures commonly performed in acute care settings.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Unit: Respiratory Therapy supporting ED, ICU and NICU, and inpatient beds.
• Shift: Nights, 1900–0700.
• Schedule notes: Night shift staffing; staff self-schedules on a 4-week system with every other weekend required.
• Equipment: Use of Hamilton C-1 BiPAP, AirVOs, Avea vents and Aerogen nebulizer systems.
• Documentation system: Meditech (Meditec).
• Floating: Floating policy not applicable to this position.

Location Highlights

Frankfort, KY offers easy access to regional parks and a compact state capital experience. The city is adjacent to the Kentucky River and is approximately 20 miles northeast of Lexington, providing urban amenities and a 30- to 40-minute drive to the Lexington Bluegrass Airport. Frankfort provides close access to outdoor recreation at nearby Lakeview Park and Cove Spring Park, and is within a one- to two-hour drive of the Daniel Boone National Forest and the Red River Gorge for hiking and rock-climbing. The downtown area includes the Kentucky State Capitol, historic districts, and several cultural attractions within a short commute, offering a mix of quiet suburban living and convenient access to larger-city shopping and dining.

Additional Information

Hospital certifications include Level 3 Trauma Center, Stroke Center, Level 2 NICU, and Primary PCI accreditation. The department has new BiPAP and Aerogen equipment. Candidates must hold a Kentucky license. Please apply and a recruiter will contact you with details. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

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