Open Position: Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2546.24

Opportunity:

RRT - ECMO Specialist

Job Details:

* Work 3x12 night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM with occasional day shift coverage as needed
* Work every other weekend
* Float as needed to meet facility needs
* No on-call required
* Minimum 2 years RRT experience and 1 year ECMO Specialist experience required; first-time travelers accepted with minimum 1 year ECMO Specialist experience
* Epic/Excellian charting system experience required
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, RRT, and State License
* Scrub color: Ceil Blue (provided by facility) or Olive Green (traveler's own)
* Adult Critical Care work setting experience required
* Airway management experience required including endotracheal tube/suctioning, extubation, intubation assist, nasal airway placement and suctioning, oral airway placement, oropharyngeal suctioning, pulmonary hygiene, sputum specimen collection, and tracheostomy/suctioning
* Experience required caring for patients with ARDS, aspiration, bronchoscopy, ECMO, fresh tracheostomy, and pneumonia
* Medication administration experience required including Albuterol, Atrovent, Combivent, Flovent, Inhaled Flolan, Inhaled steroids, Mucomyst, Nitric Oxide (INo), Pulmicort, Racemic epinephrine, Spiriva, Tobramycin, and Xopenex
* Medication delivery system experience required including aerosol set up mask and aerosol set up trach
* Nebulizer experience required including cold, hand held, heated, ultrasonic, T-piece, and trach collar
* Oxygen therapy experience required including bag and mask, ET tube, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC), portable oxygen tank, protocol driven ECMO, T-piece, and trach collar
* Arterial puncture experience required
* Ventilator management experience required including BiPAP, CPAP, patient transport (inter-departmental and ambulance transport), SIMV, troubleshooting high pressure alarms, and weaning from mechanical ventilation
* Professional skills required include ABG interpretation, chest physiotherapy (vest), and drawing arterial blood gases
* Special equipment experience with CardioHelp required
* VV ECMO experience required
* Patient population: Adults and Geriatrics
* Interdisciplinary support available including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary

Facility:

This short-term acute care facility is a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital with Level III Trauma capabilities. The facility operates with 672 staffed beds and utilizes Epic/Excellian for charting. The organization offers comprehensive interdisciplinary support services and is equipped with advanced medical technology to support critical care needs across its patient population.

Location:

Minnesota

Minnesota is known for its vibrant blend of urban amenities and stunning natural landscapes, offering healthcare professionals access to world-class cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life. From the thriving Twin Cities metro area to the scenic beauty of the Boundary Waters, Minnesota provides an exceptional environment for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group 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, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.