Registered Respiratory Therapist
Saint Louis, MO
Noor Inc.
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2220.32

Opportunity:

RRT 3x12 Nights

Job Details:

• 12-hour night shifts, 3 shifts per week schedule
• Every third weekend required
• Guaranteed hours: 3 shifts per 13 weeks; cancelled shifts must be the regular shift length assigned
• Float within scope to meet facility needs, including ICUs and floors
• Block scheduling is not available
• Maximum of 7 days requested time off per contract
• 2 years of experience required; first-time travelers accepted
• Required certifications: BCLS, RRT, Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• ACLS required for this location
• Epic charting system experience required
• Scrub color: medium to dark gray
• Provide care and treatment for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases
• Must be comfortable managing mechanically ventilated patients
• Airway management responsibilities include: endotracheal tube/suctioning, extubation, nasal airway suctioning, oral airway placement, oropharyngeal suctioning, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy/suctioning
• Medication administration includes: Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Inhaled Flolan, Inhaled steroids, Lidocaine, Nitric Oxide (INo), Pulmicort, Racemic epinephrine, and Xopenex
• Medication delivery systems: aerosol set up mask, aerosol set up trach, and metered dose inhaler
• Nebulizer types: hand held, T-piece, trach collar, and ultrasonic
• Oxygen therapy: High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
• Ventilator management: BiPAP, CPAP, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
• ABG interpretation required
• Primary ventilators used: PB840s and PB980; Hamilton ventilators are limited
• May occasionally be asked to precept respiratory therapy students
• Must be able to walk relatively long distances across a large campus
• Strongly preferred: Active AARC membership, bachelor's degree or higher in any field or actively working toward one
• Patients served: adults and geriatrics

Facility:

This short-term acute care teaching facility is a Level I/II trauma center with 1,259 total staffed beds, offering a large and dynamic clinical environment. The facility utilizes Epic for charting and operates a wide range of specialty and critical care services. As a teaching hospital, clinicians may have the opportunity to mentor and precept students, contributing to the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Location:

St. Louis, MO

St. Louis is a vibrant Midwestern city known for its iconic Gateway Arch, rich history, and thriving arts and food scene, offering healthcare professionals an exciting urban lifestyle. The city boasts affordable living, a diverse range of neighborhoods, and a wealth of cultural attractions, sports teams, and outdoor activities along the Mississippi River.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.