Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT)

Company: MercyOne
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: April 28, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.
Want to learn more about MercyOne Siouxland? Click here: Find a Location Sioux City, Iowa (IA), MercyOne SiouxlandJoin the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Respiratory Therapist!As a Respiratory Therapist at MercyOne, you will perform a wide variety of respiratory therapy procedures, especially acute care, and ventilator usage, and assists in the evaluation of patient needs for respiratory therapy through observation. -

• Performs all routine therapies in Respiratory Care such as ezpap, aerosol, oxygen, and chest physiotherapy treatments.
• Sets up and monitors continuous ventilators in accordance with physician orders.
• Performs bedside pulmonary function exams and complete pulmonary function exams to determine the therapeutic needs of patients.
• Sets up and monitors diagnostic equipment such as oximetry and capnography and recommends therapeutic changes based on the data collected.
• Performs Respiratory Care Treatment Pathway Assessments according to the policies and algorithms determining the most appropriate and effective therapies for patients.
• Reviews therapies on patients with other staff members on an on-going basis, modifying therapies under the Treatment Pathways as appropriate and necessary.
• Completes EKG tests as ordered.
• Arterial puncture for ABG analysis.Schedule:
  • Full time
  • Self-staffing unit 12-hour shifts, either 7a-7p or 7p-7a.General Requirements:
    • Must be a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by passing the advanced level exam of the N.B.R.C.
    • Maintains BCLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
    • Prefer a minimum of one to two years' experience in all aspects of respiratory care, but especially adult critical care.
    • Maintains a high level of professionalism, which positively promotes the image of MercyOne Medical Center.
    • Must be eligible for and maintain Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner License.Education:
      • Requires graduate of an AMA respiratory therapy program.Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!Visit to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.Visit MercyOne on , , , , and !Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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