• Respiratory Therapist - PRN

    Jennie Stuart Medical Center, Inc. (Hopkinsville, KY)


    The respiratory therapist is responsible for assisting, evaluating, and maintaining quality patient care, from infants to elderly; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families. The respiratory therapist should maintain a positive working relationship with his/her staff as well as Physicians, LIP's and ancillary departments.

    Will be held accountable to the following Studer Philosophies and Principles:

    • HCAPS Patient Perception

    • Hourly Rounding with intention.

    • Bedside Shift Report.

    • AIDET.

    • Daily Huddles.

    FUNCTIONS

    Essential and nonessential functions duties as assigned.

    Required Skills

    Minimum Education

    • Graduate from an Approved Respiratory Therapy School.

    Required Licenses [Kentucky, United States] Respiratory Therapists

    • Must hold current license by the state of Kentucky as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

    • Proven strong clinical skills and strong communication skills.

    Required Experience

    Minimum Work Experience

    • Minimum of two years’ experience in the field of pulmonary and/or rehabilitation preferred.

    • BLS certification – American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider) required, must be current.

    • ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications or with in 6 months of employment.