Respiratory Therapist
Bismarck, ND
Jackson HealthPros
3x12 hrs

We’re hiring an experienced Respiratory Therapist for a local healthcare provider in Bismarck, ND 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 state license in good standing with the State License Board of North Dakota.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) verification or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) verification; RRT preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum one year of experience as an RRT; must have NICU experience (required).
• Experience working across levels of care, including NICU, ICU, surgical, medical, cardiac, and level II trauma environments.
• Experience with EPIC charting system preferred.
• Familiarity with ventilators and respiratory devices listed: Airvo, PB 840, PB 980, Hamilton C1, MR1, and V-60 Respironics preferred.
• Ability to work independently, exercise clinical judgment, and collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Must meet client radius and affiliation restrictions: candidates may not be full time, part time, or PRN with facilities associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity, within a 50 mile radius.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift Name: Nights.
• Shift Pattern: 3x12s, every third weekend, every third holiday.
• Shift Times: Night shift schedule as established by facility (nights 1800-0630 noted in supporting details).
• Orientation: 3 shifts of unit/department specific orientation (3 x 12-hour shifts).
• Charting System: EPIC.
• Patient Population: Neonates through geriatrics, including NICU and ICU coverage. Coverage across inpatient areas and other departments as assigned.
• Floating: May be required to cover all areas throughout the facility.

Location Highlights

Bismarck offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and cultural amenities. The Missouri River runs through the city and provides waterfront parks such as Riverfront Park and a downtown trail system within minutes of major hospitals, offering an urban-suburban lifestyle. The city is approximately 20 miles from Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, which features historic sites and hiking trails, and about 70 miles to Lake Sakakawea for boating and fishing. Bismarck has a compact downtown with the North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum and the Bismarck Event Center within a short drive, supporting a balance of cultural and recreational options for clinicians seeking a quiet to moderately active lifestyle.

Additional Information

Orientation hours: 12. Cancellation policy: 3 shifts per contract. RTO required within 7 days of assignment start for this client. No clinical involvement for certain non-clinical duties as specified by the department. Staff describe a collaborative environment where respiratory therapists are respected by other disciplines. Recruiters will contact qualified applicants with further details. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.