Job description
Nucleus Healthcare seeks a qualified
Respiratory Therapist for a premier academic health system in
Columbia, MO, ranked as one of Becker Healthcare's 150 Top Places to Work for 3 years in a row. We understand nurses are looking for respect, opportunity, and work-life balance. You will be able to build and define your career with the pay rate opportunities offered at a premier academic health system.
Pay Rate
- $27.08 per hour - $41.04 per hour, based on experience
Workplace Highlights
- “Just Culture” organization
- Transparent and clear career path for Respiratory Therapists
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Columbia, MO, rated A on Niche.com
- #26 Best Places to Live in America
- #26 Best Places to Raise a Family
- #30 Best Place to Buy a House in America
Retirement Program
- 100% Employer Match up to 8% of Eligible Compensation
Tuition Assistance
- 6 Months: 75% off 6 credit hours per semester or 3 per summer at academic campuses
- 1 Year: 50% off for spouses, children, & adult dependents
Child Care Assistance
- Partnership with Care.com for at-home childcare support
Paid Time Off (Exempt)
- 0-5 years: 17 Days
- 5+ Years: 22 Days
Personal Days
- 4 Days
Sick Days
- 12 Days
Insurance
- Health, Life, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death
Job Description
To perform respiratory therapy procedures of both a routine and emergency nature to patients in general, progressive care units, and ICU.
- Work independently to administer services via approved protocols and guidelines.
- Provide Respiratory Therapy Activities including the following: collection and analysis of blood gas samples, oxygen therapy, and specialty medical gas administration, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, inhaled medication administration, airway clearance techniques and airway maintenance, and pulmonary diagnostic testing and clinical monitoring.
- Act as a member of the Code Blue, Rapid Response Team, and Trauma Response Team.
- Provide patient documentation through the electronic medical record.
- Follow infection control and safety standards.
- Educate and advise patients' families on respiratory therapy procedures.
- Provide education to students and other healthcare providers.
- Participate in Department Performance Improvement Project.
- Pulmonary Function Lab (with additional training): Perform advanced pulmonary function testing procedures. Assist with basic and advanced bronchoscopy procedures.
- May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.
Required Qualifications
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure by the Missouri Respiratory Care board. Permit holders must be a graduate of a respiratory program.
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within one (1) month as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within one (1)year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
- Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.
This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a healthcare facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holidays and work during inclement weather will be required.
Nucleus Healthcare
Who We Are
Purpose-built, patient-minded, and mission-driven, Nucleus is trusted by major hospitals, health systems, and life sciences organizations with a vision to redefine how healthcare does business.
What We Do
Nucleus Healthcare (“Nucleus”) delivers next-generation human capital management to empower people who power healthcare. Rooted in talent management, Nucleus provides services and solutions that have yielded more than 7,500 hires in healthcare for all levels and roles.
Our Mission
Empower the people who power healthcare.
Our Vision
Redefining the way healthcare does business.
Our Values
We deliver results • We are committed • We are precise • We are change agents • We are ONE team • We are fueled by passion and purpose.
About Nucleus Healthcare:
Our goal is to match you with the right opportunity and help you achieve your long-term career goals. Find a job and build your career.
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