Job Summary: Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered respiratory care in a setting that upholds best practices and fosters relationship-based care. Deliver professional respiratory therapy services aligned with ethical standards, state regulations, and evidence-based guidelines. Demonstrate expertise in assessment, treatment modalities, life support certifications, critical thinking, and prioritization. Commit to ongoing professional development and educational growth.

Essential Responsibilities:

Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive, age-specific assessments and reassessments.
• Collaborate with family members, significant others, and healthcare providers to gather complete medical histories.
• Document findings in accordance with unit policies.

Diagnosis

• Identify actual or potential physical, psychosocial, cultural, religious, safety, infection control, environmental, and educational needs.
• Prioritize patient care based on assessment results.
• Interpret findings to prepare patient and family education and care plans.

Planning/Outcome

• Work with healthcare team members to develop and revise individualized care and discharge plans.
• Create education plans based on standards of care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Adjust plans according to patient physical, emotional changes, and input from patients and families.

Implementation

• Deliver age-appropriate care aligned with the plan and patient priorities.
• Apply evidence-based interventions tailored to diagnoses.
• Utilize community resources to support care plans and coordinate access.
• Collaborate with caregivers to ensure cohesive plan execution.

Evaluation

• Assess effectiveness of respiratory interventions and patient responses.
• Modify care plans based on evaluations and feedback.
• Evaluate patient and family understanding and response to education.

Note: This description outlines primary duties but is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve over time.

Education and Experience Required:

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Associate Degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Obtain Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care within one year of hire and maintain active status.
• Hold active Respiratory Care Provider license from the state health professions bureau.

Work Shift: 1st Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Location: Regional healthcare facility in the Midwest United States.