Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care, Full Time, Night
Valley Health System
Summary
To administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy, as well as becoming involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety standards, and keeping departmental records.
Job description
Position Summary
To administer all forms of Respiratory Therapy, as well as becoming involved with consultations involving types of therapy administered, maintaining equipment, enforcing safety standards, and keeping departmental records.
Education
Associates Degree from an approved NBRC Program and successful completion of the NBRC entrance registry examination.
Experience
Minimum of one to two years experience in all forms of Respiratory Therapy preferred.
Special Skills
- Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner and current CPR Certification.
- ACLS Certification required.
- Licensed in the State of New Jersey.
- Effective group process skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills to express ideas clearly.
- Effective listening skills.
- Ability to pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing patient needs.
- Ability to work cooperatively with patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e., physicians, Rehab, DI, Lab, etc.).
- Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
- Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve.
Requirements
- Associates Degree from an approved NBRC Program
- Successful completion of the NBRC entrance registry examination
- Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Current CPR Certification
- ACLS Certification required
- Licensed in the State of New Jersey
- Minimum of one to two years experience in all forms of Respiratory Therapy preferred
- Effective group process skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Effective listening skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to function in stressful situations
- Ability to work cooperatively with multidisciplinary team
- Effective time management
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.