Respiratory Therapist
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Fort Wayne, IN
3x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights
$23-37/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Evenings, Nights
- SettingHospital
Pay
Qualifications
- Start date within 180 days
- Eligible to work in US
Description
***DIRECT HIRE***
Positions Open:
(2) 7P - 7A - Nights
(1) 3P - 11P - Evenings
*** Signing bonus available *** *** Relocation available ***
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a graduate of a respiratory therapy program.
Must obtain entry level certification and must have a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC.
Must have a current Indiana State license for Respiratory Care Practitioners.
BLS required.
Must have ACLS and NRP certifications or obtain within 6 months.
PALS and Stable preferred but not required.
Must be able to be on call.
JOB DUTIES:
Types of procedures required.
Provides Care to all patient populations for therapeutic purposes on general medical/surgical floor as well as Critical care Areas. Review and maintain care plans. Performs evaluations on patients and able to adjust care appropriately.
Equipment utilized in the unit/dept.
Epic computerized charting (EMR). Scanning of medication and supply utilization.
All general equipment associated with respiratory care for treatment modalities. Other equipment Servo ventilators, BIPAP ( v-60, Vision) Airvo MetNeb.
Required skills and minimum years of experience.
5 years experience preferred as a Credentialed Respiratory Care Practitioner.
Specific licensures and certifications/registrations required.
BLS required, RRT or CRT required
Shift or schedule requirements.
Will not work alone, Call when needed, every other weekend, shifts are variable opportunities.
Floating to other units/departments.
No floating
Bed size/number of rooms for this unit/dept.
450 large facility
Employer
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
About Fort Wayne, IN
- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
- Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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