At Saint John Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint John Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

In addition to acute care services, Saint John Hospital specializes in 24/7 emergency care, senior behavioral health, skilled nursing, ambulatory care, including outpatient surgical services, imaging services including 3D mammography, Diagnostic Imaging and Ultrasound, Rehabilitation Services including Physical, Occupational and Speech/Language Therapy and Audiology. Saint John is certified as an Advanced Disease-Specific Care for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Saint John is 5-star rated for Treatment of Sepsis (2018-2020) and Treatment of Heart Failure (2020) by Healthgrades. The hospital is a part of Prime Healthcare Services to learn more, visit www.saintjohnleavenworth.com or call 913-680-6000.

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We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (Nights), internally referred to as our Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Saint John Hospital a member of Prime Healthcare in Leavenworth, KS. The Respiratory Therapist carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population.

Shift’s Available:  Nights ($3 to $5 per hour diff in pay)

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 12-hour

**If you are a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) you are encouraged to apply for this position!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• may be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations
• assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Education and Work Experience

• State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• 2 years experience as a RCP preferred
• ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
• NRP certificate preferred
• PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree required. If there is no Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree, a high school diploma or equivalent is required

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