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*Description*

Respiratory Therapist 3 – Danbury Hospital (Full-Time Night Shift)

*Location:* 24 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT

*Department:* Pulmonary Medicine

*Shift:* Full-Time, 12-Hour Night Shifts

*Salary:* $79,000 – $118,400 per year (+ $4.75/hour night shift differential)

*Sign-On Bonus:* $25,000 (Recent Grads: $12,500 if registry eligible)

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Career growth opportunities with tuition reimbursement, training, and development programs.

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Supportive team culture with nationally recognized Respiratory Therapists.

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RTs empowered to manage ICU ventilators and non-invasive devices; protocol-driven environment.

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Union role with pay based on full years of experience.

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Competitive pay, benefits, and perks.

Job Summary

The *Respiratory Therapist 3 (RRT)* provides advanced cardiopulmonary care to patients across the WCHN network. This includes critical assessments, lab monitoring, and management of oxygen therapy, pharmacological agents, bronchial hygiene, airway management, and ventilator care. Key Responsibilities

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Manage ventilator and rounding protocols; collaborate with MDs to assess cardiopulmonary status.

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Reduce ventilator and ICU length of stay through effective patient care.

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Assess and treat hypoxia and bronchospasm using oxygen therapy and bronchodilators.

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Draw and analyze arterial blood gases; recommend therapy adjustments.

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Provide non-invasive ventilation (BIPAP/CPAP) for adult, neonate, and surgical patients.

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Educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care.

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Respond to trauma alerts, Code Green, Code 33, and Code Blue emergencies; stabilize patients.

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Safely transport ventilator patients.

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Document charges, interventions, and patient care per department standards.

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Attend mandatory in-services and department meetings; assist with staff orientation and training.

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Maintain compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

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*Education:* Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.

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*Licensure/Certifications:* Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CPR – Healthcare Provider, NBRC credentials.

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*Experience:* Minimum 1 year; experience in ventilator management for adults and NICU preferred.

Working Conditions

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Manual dexterity and motor coordination required.

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Exposure to occupational risks including odors, noise, and human waste.

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Physical effort includes lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Nuvance Health?

Join a *growing, career-focused organization* where your skills are valued and your professional development is prioritized. We are committed to patient-centered care, innovation, and providing a safe and supportive work environment for our Respiratory Therapists.

*Apply today to start your career with Danbury Hospital and make a difference in patient care!*

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.