Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights NICU experienced
Company: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Location: Independence
Posted on: November 27, 2025
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Job Description:
Respiratory Therapist - AdventHealth Shawnee Mission All the
benefits and perks you need for you and your family: - - Received
Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in
January 2019 - - Benefits and PTO available day 1 - Career
Development - Whole Person Wellbeing Resources - Mental Health
Resources and Support - Providing faith-based, whole person care to
Kansas City since 1962 Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is
about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a
community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves
to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place
where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by
Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued
for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our
purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are
even better. Schedule: 12 hour shifts, including weekends. 6:30pm
7:00am Shift : Nights Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Shawnee Mission, 9100 W 74TH ST, Shawnee Mission, 66204 9100 West
74th Street, Merriam, KS 66204 The community you'll be caring for:
At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical
Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole
person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and
spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff,
and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in
Shawnee Mission, Kansas. The role you'll contribute: The
Respiratory Therapist provides direct respiratory care to patients
in all areas of the hospital as outlined in Pulmonary Services
procedure manual. Is knowledgeable in providing and evaluating the
routine as well as critical care modes of respiratory care.
Responsible for the effective and optimal administration of
modalities based upon assessment and evaluation. Provides
recommendations and/or changes to care based on patients current
status. The value you'll bring to the team: Respond to emergency
situations immediately, perform appropriate patient assessment and
intervention and replace emergency supplies in a timely manner,
Demonstrate understanding of Code Blue and Rapid Response
procedures, Assure code blue intubation and blade boxes are checked
daily and after use, Perform respiratory care procedures according
to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care
plan Perform ABGs and process according to department procedure,
understand results and take appropriate action Follows the AIDET
model( Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank)l at
all times, Demonstrate proficiency with multiple devices i.e.
EzPAP, Flutter Valve, PEP, Theravest/Smart Vest, Acapella and
Incentive Spirometry Demonstrate ability to initiate and operate
the Draeger Ventilator Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and
operation of the iVent Demonstrate ability to identify appropriate,
initiate and document in hospital IPOCS Qualifications The
expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: · Associate's Degree or Graduate of a
Technical School · 1 Years of Experience EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
PREFERRED: · Bachelor's Degree · 1 Years of Position-Related
Experience · American Association of Respiratory Care Certified
Pulmonary Function Tech or Registered Pulmonary Function Tech · 2
years clinical experience for new grads acceptable in lieu of 1
year of work experience LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION
REQUIRED: · Kansas Respiratory Therapist License · BCLS obtained
through the American Heart Association · NRP if working in the NICU
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with
federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and
ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay
range for this position. Individual compensation is determined
based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this
pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary
based on geographical location. Category: Respiratory Services
Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 3 - Night Req ID: 25010685 We are an equal opportunity
employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color,
creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or
disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection,
placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and
conditions of employment.
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