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Baptist Health

Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nights

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A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$61,680 / year median in Kentucky

+13% projected growth

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Respiratory Therapist - PRN Nights Baptist Health United States, Kentucky, Paducah Aug 25, 2026
Summary Job Description:
PRN Job Description The Respiratory Therapist provides basic respiratory care to neonates through geriatrics in generally predictable, although critical, situations under the supervision of the manager and with shift supervisor resource. Staff practitioners will be responsible for the delivery of quality patient care and basic quality improvement data retrieval based on specific instructions and guidelines. Job Duties Performs respiratory care procedures in response to patient needs, physical direction/orders, and within the limits of established Baptist Health Paducah and Respiratory Care department policies and procedures. Has access to medication storage areas pertinent to required job tasks. Maintains a secure medication storage area. Assesses the respiratory status of assigned patients through physical exam, chart review of history/physical and response to ordered therapies. Performs airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required. Communicates the patient care plan thoroughly and effectively with peers, physicians, and nursing staff maintains a team focus during and between shifts. Maintains good customer service/communication skills. Provides shift change report to oncoming staff. Requirements CRT or RRT Credential - National Board of Respiratory Care Kentucky Mandatory Certificate/License Associate degree If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.