Description

　　Introduction

　　This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus with a 2 year commitment to Mission Health Systems.

　　Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Respiratory Therapist RRT - Nights opening with Mission Hospital today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

　　Benefits

　　Mission 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 free 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.

　　Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

　　401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

　　Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

　　Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

　　Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

　　Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

　　Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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)

　　Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

　　Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

　　Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

　　We are seeking a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT - Nights for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

　　Job Summary and Qualifications

　　The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.

　　What you will do in this role:

　　Role Summary: Supports department by providing care to patients requiring all types of respiratory support including critical, emergency, general therapy, and infant transport. Supports organizational improvement by teaching and participating in the management of resources for patient care.

　　You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.

　　You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.

　　You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.

　　You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.

　　You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.

　　You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.

　　What qualifications you will need:

　　Required Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Care OR Completion of Respiratory Care Program Accredited by Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)

　　Preferred Education: Associates Degree in Respiratory Care OR Completion of Respiratory Care Program Accredited by Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and 20 years of experience

　　Required License: Registered by NBRC; a current North Carolina License issued by North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) and a current BCLS.

　　Preferred License: ACLS, PALS, NRP (Pediatric-Perinatal Specialty)

　　Preferred Experience: 2 Years Critical Care

　　Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina. This is Mission Health's flagship hospital, licensed for 815 beds. Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as of one America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023. Mission Hospital is in the top 1% of hospitals in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year. Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade recognized Mission Hospital with an "A," nationally recognizing Mission Hospital's achievements in protecting patients and providing safer healthcare. Mission Hospital also earned the prestigious Magnet® Designation in November 2020. This is the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards. We are the regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care. We are the region's only Level II trauma center. Mission Hospital also includes Mission Children's Hospital. The region's only children's hospital - providing 30 pediatric sub-specialists. We're the busiest surgical hospital west of Raleigh, North Carolina. We are the second-busiest in the state. Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region. We are the only Cyberknife provider west of Raleigh.

　　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.

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　　"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.

　　Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN

　　Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

　　If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist RRT - Nights opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing 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.