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Certified Respiratory Therapist

St. John's Hospital

Location
Onsite (Leavenworth, KS)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Mid Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the role

St. John's Hospital in Leavenworth, KS, is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist to provide critical respiratory treatments, pulmonary diagnostics, and ventilator management. The role involves assessing patient status, planning care, and supporting emergency airway interventions to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy Patient Assessment Inhalation Therapy Oxygen Therapy Aerosol Medication Administration Pulmonary Function Testing Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Ventilator Management Airway Management Intubation Resuscitation Respiratory Status Monitoring Treatment Planning Respiratory Equipment Maintenance Infection Prevention

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Family And Medical Leave

Perks

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Sign-On Bonus

Full job details

Bonus Amount

10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

 Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-time 

Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm 

Location: St. John's Hospital - Leavenworth, KS. 

 

We are seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist, also referred to as our Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I). The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is someone who 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, in the absence of a supervisor. 

 

Responsibilities

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

 

  • 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 

 

Qualifications

  • Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
  • Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Hired before March 2026,are exempt
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
  • Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current. 
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
  • Employer 401K options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 

 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/   

 

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf