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Registered Nurse I - Acute MedSurgical A - PRN
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Ruby, Louisiana 1 day ago
Description

Summary:

Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities:

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Patient Care Planning
- Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.
- Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.
- Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.
- Patient Care Provision
- Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.
- Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.
- Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.
- Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.
- Patient Care Evaluation
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
- Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis.
- Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Teaching
- Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.
- Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.
- Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed.
- Acts as role model for health care students and other team members.
- Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.
- Patient Care Communication
- Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.
- Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
- Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
- Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

- Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- Graduate Nurse Permit

- Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health

Work Schedule:

7AM - 7PM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed
Not Specified
Registered Nurse-ECC Emergency Care-PRN
✦ New
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Deville, Louisiana 1 day ago
Description

Summary:

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities:

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

Position Requirements:

Education/Skills

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department- specific competency validation.
- All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program’s tracking software.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

Experience

- One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- Current ACLS certification required
- Current PALS certification required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Credential Grace Periods:

If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.

- Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.
- Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.

Credential Grace Periods for
Experienced Associates

Grace Periods for
New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty

Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire.
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire.
Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire.
Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed
Not Specified
Patient Care Manager, Hybrid RN
✦ New
🏢 Optum
Salary not disclosed
Explore opportunities with Apex Home Healthcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide.

As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.

Find a home for your career here.

Join us and embrace a culture of Caring.

Connecting.

Growing together.

In the Patient Care Manager RN Hybrid role, you are responsible for the supervision and coordination of clinical services and provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician.

You will coordinate and supervise an interdisciplinary team of staff to assure the continuity of high-quality care to home health patients assigned to your team's area in accordance with the physician-prescribed plan of care, and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

Hybrid in MN/DC.

(Recruiter to confirm 4 day a week schedule): This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week.

Hybrid anywhere else (details provided by recruiter): This position follows a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities: Directly/indirectly supervises home health aides and LPNs, provides instruction, and assigns tasks Provides clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team Completes comprehensive assessments (OASIS), medication reconciliation, and initial/comprehensive nursing evaluation visits.

Receives referrals, ensures appropriate clinician assignments, evaluate patient orders, and plot start of care visits Coordinates determination of patient home health benefits, medical necessity, and ongoing insurance approvals Ensures patient needs are continually assessed and care rendered is individualized to patient needs, appropriate and reasonable, meets home health eligibility criteria, and is in accordance with physician orders Reviews assessments and plans of care daily, per assigned workflow, and consults clinicians with recommendations, as appropriate You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications: Current unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice Current CPR certification requirements Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client Preferred Qualifications: Home care experience Able to work independently Good communication, writing, and organizational skills Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annual ly based on full-time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

LHCJobs At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.

We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes
- an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug
- free workplace.

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
permanent
Medical Assistant/ LPN Pleasant Hill Peds - Part-time flexible schedule (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Description:

Medical Assistant

  • Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
  • Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
  • Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
  • Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication.  Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data.  Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others.  Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
  • Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instruc­tions.
  • Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
  • Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, pro­cedures and medications administered.
  • Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
  • Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
  • Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
  • Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
  • Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.
  • Maintains supplies in assigned area

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
  • Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
  • Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
  • Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
temporary
Medical Assistant/ LPN Pleasant Hill Peds - Flexible Part-Time Schedule (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
🏢 MercyOne
Salary not disclosed
PLEASANT HILL, Iowa, Flexible 16 hours ago
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Description:

Medical Assistant

  • Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
  • Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
  • Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
  • Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication.  Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data.  Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others.  Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
  • Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instruc­tions.
  • Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
  • Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, pro­cedures and medications administered.
  • Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
  • Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
  • Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
  • Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
  • Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.
  • Maintains supplies in assigned area

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
  • Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
  • Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
  • Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
temporary
Radiology Tech- Per Diem - Flexible Weekend Shifts (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Weekend ShiftDescription:Job Title: Radiology Tech

Employment Type: Per Diem

Shift: Primarily weekends. As per department needs
Location: Nazareth Hospital - Philadelphia, PA

Position Purpose

Involves technical work in the operation of diagnostic radiographs and fluoroscopic equipment. The purpose is delivery of quality care commensurate with the age of the patient population for the designated area.

Minimum Qualifications:                                                       

  • HS/equivalent graduate required.

  • Successful graduate from an AMA approved Radiology program

  • Registered by ARRT or acquired within 1yr

  • BLS required

Position Highlights:

  • Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.  

  • Free onsite parking.  

  • Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.   

  • Referral Rewards Program 

About us:

Nazareth Hospital serves Northeast Philadelphia and the surrounding region. With over 160 inpatient beds and many outpatient services, Nazareth Hospital has a broad range of specialties to meet patients’ health care needs.  Nazareth Hospital offers outstanding diagnostic, medical, surgical and therapeutic care with state-of-the-art technology. With the dedication of 1,200 employees and 350+ physicians and specialists, Nazareth Hospital treats patients and their families with respect and compassion while providing health care services in response to the changing needs of our community.  

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
temporary
Clinical Documentation Specialist Remote - Flexible Work Schedule (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
🏢 MercyOne
Salary not disclosed
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Utilizes clinical and coding expertise to direct efforts toward the integrity of clinical documentation through the roles of reviewer, educator and consultant. Facilitates the overall quality, completeness and accuracy of medical record documentation through extensive record review.

Essential Functions:

  • Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the Trinity Mission, Vision and Values in behaviors, practices, standards policies procedures and decisions.
  • Demonstrates understanding of appropriate clinical documentation to ensure the severity of illness, risk of mortality, quality indicators and level of services provided are accurately reflected in the health record.
  • Communicates with and educates physicians and all other member of the healthcare team in clinical documentation and monitors provider engagement.
  • Conducts concurrent reviews of selected patient health records to address legibility, clarity, completeness, consistency and precision of clinical documentation.
  • Formulates compliant clarifications/queries following Trinity Health's documentation integrity procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must possess an Associate/Diploma Degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) or Advanced degree in nursing (NP, APN) or Physician Assistant. In absence of college degree, must have three (3) years' experience as an inpatient code or documentation specialist.
  • Preferred Certifications: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCDS or CDIP
  • Experienced in critical care, medical or surgical inpatient care nursing as an RN, PA, NP, APN or inpatient coder preferred
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, collaboration and relationship building skills. Strong critical thinking skills, and ability integrate knowledge. Prioritization and organizations skills required.
  • Demonstrated ability to use standardized desktop and Windows based computer system. Data entry and typing skills at minimum 30 wph.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
permanent
Remote Medical Record Reviewer (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
🏢 MercyOne
Salary not disclosed
Davenport, Iowa, Remote 16 hours ago
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Utilizes clinical and coding expertise to direct efforts toward the integrity of clinical documentation through the roles of reviewer, educator and consultant. Facilitates the overall quality, completeness and accuracy of medical record documentation through extensive record review.

Essential Functions:

  • Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the Trinity Mission, Vision and Values in behaviors, practices, standards policies procedures and decisions.
  • Demonstrates understanding of appropriate clinical documentation to ensure the severity of illness, risk of mortality, quality indicators and level of services provided are accurately reflected in the health record.
  • Communicates with and educates physicians and all other member of the healthcare team in clinical documentation and monitors provider engagement.
  • Conducts concurrent reviews of selected patient health records to address legibility, clarity, completeness, consistency and precision of clinical documentation.
  • Formulates compliant clarifications/queries following Trinity Health's documentation integrity procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must possess an Associate/Diploma Degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) or Advanced degree in nursing (NP, APN) or Physician Assistant. In absence of college degree, must have three (3) years' experience as an inpatient code or documentation specialist.
  • Preferred Certifications: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCDS or CDIP
  • Experienced in critical care, medical or surgical inpatient care nursing as an RN, PA, NP, APN or inpatient coder preferred
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, collaboration and relationship building skills. Strong critical thinking skills, and ability integrate knowledge. Prioritization and organizations skills required.
  • Demonstrated ability to use standardized desktop and Windows based computer system. Data entry and typing skills at minimum 30 wph.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
permanent
Clinical Documentation Specialist Remote (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
🏢 MercyOne
Salary not disclosed
Davenport, Iowa, Remote 16 hours ago
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Utilizes clinical and coding expertise to direct efforts toward the integrity of clinical documentation through the roles of reviewer, educator and consultant. Facilitates the overall quality, completeness and accuracy of medical record documentation through extensive record review.

Essential Functions:

  • Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the Trinity Mission, Vision and Values in behaviors, practices, standards policies procedures and decisions.
  • Demonstrates understanding of appropriate clinical documentation to ensure the severity of illness, risk of mortality, quality indicators and level of services provided are accurately reflected in the health record.
  • Communicates with and educates physicians and all other member of the healthcare team in clinical documentation and monitors provider engagement.
  • Conducts concurrent reviews of selected patient health records to address legibility, clarity, completeness, consistency and precision of clinical documentation.
  • Formulates compliant clarifications/queries following Trinity Health's documentation integrity procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must possess an Associate/Diploma Degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) or Advanced degree in nursing (NP, APN) or Physician Assistant. In absence of college degree, must have three (3) years' experience as an inpatient code or documentation specialist.
  • Preferred Certifications: RN, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCDS or CDIP
  • Experienced in critical care, medical or surgical inpatient care nursing as an RN, PA, NP, APN or inpatient coder preferred
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, collaboration and relationship building skills. Strong critical thinking skills, and ability integrate knowledge. Prioritization and organizations skills required.
  • Demonstrated ability to use standardized desktop and Windows based computer system. Data entry and typing skills at minimum 30 wph.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
permanent
Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT NIGHTS per diem - Flexible Night Shifts (Hiring Immediately)
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Employment Type:Part timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

  • ​Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care

  • Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care

  • Set up, operate and manage patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices

  • Manage patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

  • Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). 

  • Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • per diem, choose 8hr or 12hr night shifts

  • excellent shift and weekend differentials

Pay Range: flat rate base: $38.70 CRT $42.25 RRT plus diffs

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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