Respiratory TherapistTruman W. Smith Children's Care Center in Gladewater, TX offers 12 hour shifts (5am - 5pm and 5pm - 5am) with a new rate of $32 - $36 per hour based on experience ($.20 per year up to 20 years). Now offering a $5,000.00 sign on bonus for FT RTs! Shift differentials include $1.00 for 5p - 5a and $0.50 - $1.50 per hour for weekend shifts.Truman W. Smith is a long term care facility located in Gladewater, TX that provides nursing care and rehabilitation services to their medically fragile pediatric residents.Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide:Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hireMedical / Dental / Vision CareEarly PayFSA / HSA / 401kEducational Advancement / increased pay with competency levelsScholarship for employees and dependentsEmergency ReliefYour talents, skills and heart are in high demand. Join our team of collaborative healthcare professionals and work closely with a cross-functional team to create an environment of quality health and wellness of the minds, bodies and spirits of our residents.Over the past 20 years, Nexion has grown to 50 affiliate skilled nursing and rehabilitation, as well as assisted living facilities in Colorado, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Our collaborative and compassionate culture provides a platform for team members to share their talents and skills to facilitate continuous improvement across the entire organization. Nexion has also taken an active stance for diversity and inclusion by establishing a Diversity Task Force to tear down divisive barriers and build unity of cultures and purpose. Our commitment to excellence begins with the unity of our team for the care of our residents, which is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident and family member testimonials, customer satisfaction ratings, AHCA Quality Awards and the advancement and tenure of our associates. We invite you to experience the Nexion culture and grow with us.Job SummaryThe Respiratory Care Practitioner skillfully administers respiratory care modalities based on the individual needs of the residents in accordance with physician orders and standards set forth in the respiratory care policy and procedure manual.Job ResponsibilitiesCardiopulmonary resuscitationOperation, maintenance and management of mechanical ventilatorsPatient transportation (internal and external)Drawing blood for arterial blood gas analysis and interruptionAerolized drug administrationOxygen therapy/humidity therapyContinuous positive airway pressure therapy (CPAP/BiPAP)Pulse oximetryCapnography (side stream and main stream)Specialized pulmonary function testingIntermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPB)Incentive spirometryChest physiotherapy, airway clearance techniques and alternative airway maneuversPatient assessmentParticipate in floor round monitoringOperation of all equipment in accordance with department policyQuality control of all equipmentActive participation in the departments Quality Assurance programEquipment disinfectionParticipation in in-service education programApnea monitoringCommunication skillsMeter dose inhaler medication administrationAny other assignment as delegated by SupervisorPosition QualificationsRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)RN or LVN/LPN with Respiratory ExperienceGood physical and mental health.Manual dexterity for manipulation of instruments and equipment.Physical assessment skills.Must work with others in a positive manner.Knowledge of current standards of respiratory practice and of basic safety rules.Excellent compensation and benefits include 100% paid vacation/sick, voluntary medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, LT/ST disability, life insurance and AD&D. EOE M/F/D/V