Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Under the direction of the Cardiopulmonary Manager, you will provide high-quality respiratory and cardiopulmonary services throughout the hospital, including critical care areas. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, patients, and families to ensure safe, compassionate, and effective care.

Key Responsibility

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards


• Assess patient conditions, prioritize treatments, and respond promptly to complications


• Safely administer respiratory treatments and medications; monitor and report effects and side effects


• Accurately document care and medications in the MAR and medical record


• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory health


• Communicate changes in patient status to physicians, supervisors, and care teams


• Demonstrate expert use of cardiopulmonary and respiratory equipment


• Participate in departmental quality standards, training, and continuing education


• Plan and coordinate workflow to ensure timely, efficient patient care


• Maintain a strong focus on patient and staff safety

PRN Commitment 

• Minimum: 2 shifts per month


• Holiday Requirement: 1 holiday per year

Qualifications 

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program


• Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State of Colorado


• NBRC registration or certification preferred

Required upon hire:

• BLS & ACLS (American Heart Association)


• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Required within 60 days of hire:

• PALS (American Heart Association)

Preferred:

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care, emergency, or ICU experience


• Experience with a variety of respiratory and cardiopulmonary equipment