PRN Respiratory Therapist

FT/PRN 7P-7A Respiratory Therapist/ SAME DAY PAY

Job Category: SNF

Requisition Number: RESPI
005882

• Posted :
  August 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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RESPONSIBILITIES AND MAJOR DUTIES:

• 1. Evaluate and document evaluations of referred residents as related to Respiratory Therapy
  services in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• 2. Provide appropriate treatment and education to resident and/or caregiver to help residents
  maintain or attain the highest level of respiratory function possible within the confines of his/her
  physical condition.
• 3. Operate respiratory therapy equipment safely and effectively and report any malfunctions to
  the appropriate parties for resolution.
• 4. Maintain timely and accurate resident reports as required by federal, state and local regulatory
  agencies and third-party payers.
• 5. Meets patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by conducting pulmonary function
  tests; assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining respiratory therapy
  treatment plans in consultation with physicians and by prescription.
• 6. Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and supports life by administering inhalants; operating mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
• 7. Administers respiratory therapy treatments; assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes; directing treatments given by aides, technicians and assistants.
• 8. Evaluates effects of respiratory therapy treatment plan by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications.
• 9. Participate in the Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings as required to ensure quality care for the residents involved.
• 10.Observe infection control procedures.
• 11.Ensure the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process is followed in accordance to State
  & Federal Guidelines.
• 12.Follow Residents' Rights policies at all times.
• 13.Adhere to all facility policies & procedures and ensure they are adhered to by all responsible parties and carry out disciplinary action for non-compliance as appropriate.
• 14.Ensure adherence to the Corporate Integrity Program and the Performance Expectations at all
  times.
• 15.Perform other related duties as directed by the Director of Nursing and/or person of authority.

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