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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Short Term Option

Company: Ascension
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: March 8, 2023

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  • Department:Float Staffing Respiratory Therapy
  • Schedule:Full time Night shift
  • Hospital:Ascension Via Christi
  • Location:Manhattan, KansasBenefitsPaid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics.ResponsibilitiesProvide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
    • Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
    • Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
    • Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medication, and treatment based on patient outcome.
    • Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
    • Respond to emergency resuscitation team codeRequirementsLicensure / Certification / Registration:
      • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
      • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
      • Licensed Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts required.
      • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
      • Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
      • Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
      • Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education:
        • High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associates degree, or Bachelors degree required.
        • Masters degree preferred. Work Experience:
          • 5 years of experience required.
          • 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
          • 10 years of experience preferred.
          • 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.Why Join Our TeamAscension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.For further information, view the poster or poster.Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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