Registered Respiratory Therapist
Indianapolis, IN
PEL/VIP
3x12 hrs, Days

Respiratory Therapist, RRT | Location Not Provided

Assignment Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist, RRT to provide evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies on general floors. The ideal candidate will have experience in advanced respiratory care modalities and be comfortable working in a Level 1 Trauma and Burn care setting.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: 500+ bed hospital with Level 1 Pediatric and Adult Trauma and Burn units
• Work Modality: On-site
• Shift Details: 3x12 Days
• Estimated gross weekly pay package: $2295 (negotiable)

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families about the health condition and community support resources
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team codes

Qualifications

Required:

• BLS Provider credentialed by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credentialed by the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree/Technical degree, or 4 years of relevant experience

Preferred:

• Advanced Life Support credentialed by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support credentialed by American Heart Association or American Red Cross