About Company:
McAlester Regional Health Center is a community-focused healthcare organization committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to southeast Oklahoma. With a strong history of service and growth, MRHC is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve while investing in the development of our employees. Guided by values of teamwork, integrity, and excellence, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued. At MRHC, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while building a rewarding career in healthcare.
About the Role:
The PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality respiratory care to patients across various healthcare settings on an as-needed basis. This position requires the ability to assess, treat, and manage patients with respiratory disorders, ensuring optimal lung function and overall respiratory health. The RRT will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the PRN role involves responding to fluctuating patient volumes and varying clinical demands. Ultimately, the RRT contributes to improving patient outcomes by providing expert respiratory therapy interventions and education.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current and unrestricted Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
- Valid state licensure to practice respiratory therapy in the United States.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Demonstrated knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment and clinical procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in acute care, critical care, or emergency department settings.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Strong communication and patient education skills.
- Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Perform respiratory assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen delivery, aerosolized medications, and mechanical ventilation management.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations requiring respiratory intervention.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all respiratory care provided.
- Educate patients and their families on respiratory care techniques and disease management.
- Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulatory standards related to respiratory therapy.
Skills:
The required skills enable the RRT to perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and deliver effective treatments that improve patient breathing and oxygenation. Proficiency with respiratory therapy equipment and clinical protocols ensures safe and efficient care delivery. Preferred skills such as advanced certifications and EMR familiarity enhance the therapist's ability to manage complex cases and document care accurately. Strong communication skills are essential for educating patients and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize treatment plans. Flexibility and adaptability allow the RRT to respond effectively to the dynamic needs of patients and healthcare environments.
Skills Required
- Current and unrestricted Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
- Valid state licensure to practice respiratory therapy in the United States
- Basic Life Support certification
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment and clinical procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Experience working in acute care, critical care, or emergency department settings
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
What We Do
McAlester Regional Health Center provides high quality, individualized patient care to McAlester and the surrounding Southeastern Oklahoma region. McAlester Regional's 171 bed not-for-profit health care facility is approved and recognized by DNV Healthcare Inc., American College of Radiology, College of American Pathologists and the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities. Additionally, MRHC's Active Medical Staff offers a wide range of medical specialties including: Allergy, Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency Care, ENT, Family Medicine, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Geriatrics, Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pathology, Pediatrics, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Psychiatry, Radiology and Urology. MRHC is devoted to a continuum of care offering a variety of health care services, community educational programs and support groups. More than 775 MRHC employees partner with physicians to provide care that makes a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
