Respiratory Therapist PRN at Terre Haute Regional Hospital

Description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Terre Haute Regional Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Terre Haute Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Respiratory Therapist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Position summary:The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is a member of the healthcare team, specializing in evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with acute and chronic dysfunctions of the cardiopulmonary system. The RCP also provides education to patients, caregivers, and the community in the prevention and management of cardiopulmonary disorders.

• Performs, and assists in emergent and elective endotracheal intubations
• Initiates, monitors and adjusts modes of mechanical ventilation
• Assesses patient response to therapy, and takes appropriate action
• Participates as member in Rapid Response Team as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation of all age populations
• Provides age-specific, and culturally-appropriate care
• Orients and mentors new staff members, and students enrolled in health care studies
• Attends and actively participates in department meetings, in-services and other educational programs.
• Provides education in disease prevention and management to patients, caregivers, and the community.
• Participates in education of respiratory-related topics to other departments within the hospital

Qualifications:

• Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited institution of learning.
• Indiana licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Credentialed at the Registry level by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of 6 months experience in acute care
• Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS),within 6 months of hire
• Certification in BLS must be maintained throughout employment with Terre Haute Regional Hospital

Terre Haute Regional Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1882. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 275+ bed hospital is a leading acute care facilities in Indiana. Terre Haute is the only full-service hospital in the area accredited by The Joint Commission. We have provided quality care to the Wabash Valley community for 135 years. Services include the region’s only Level-II trauma center, cardiovascular services--including open-heart surgery and cardiac catheterization; oncology services, which include radiation therapy and outpatient infusion; labor and delivery, including a neonatal intensive care unit; an inpatient behavioral health unit; and other specialized inpatient areas, including intensive care and inpatient rehabilitation units.

At Terre Haute Regional Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, people and our community. We are committed to each other. When we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status