Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | Nights | $58,177–$78,520

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | Nights | $58,177–$78,520
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 | Onsite
Night Shift

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
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Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a night-shift opportunity in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. This position provides respiratory care to patients, including assessment, treatment, emergency response, patient education, diagnostic testing, and respiratory equipment management.

COMPENSATION
$58,177–$78,520 annual salary

SCHEDULE / WORK ARRANGEMENT
Night Shift
Onsite in Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Travel not required

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Respiratory Therapist delivers ordered respiratory therapies, monitors patient condition and response to treatment, performs respiratory diagnostic procedures, responds to codes and emergent situations, educates patients and families, and maintains respiratory equipment and supplies.

ROLE
• Measure lung capacity and analyze blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Perform EKGs and provide tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Deliver ordered respiratory therapies.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and response to treatment.
• Respond to codes and emergent calls, assess patient condition, and provide appropriate interventions.
• Evaluate and contribute to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educate patients and families regarding illness, treatments, device use, and community resources.
• Monitor, receive, stock, and distribute respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders.
• Maintain storage areas and respiratory equipment readiness.
• Disassemble, clean, sterilize, perform preventive maintenance, and calibrate respiratory equipment.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.