?? Position Overview: Night Shift Respiratory Therapist
Location: West Warwick, RI Shift: Full-Time, Nights (11 PM – 7 AM), every other weekend & rotating holidays Unit: 20-bed Trach & Ventilator Unit
?? Key Responsibilities
Perform respiratory care procedures under medical supervision
Manage artificial airways and provide airway care and maintenance
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical ventilators
Assess and treat patients’ respiratory status, including ABG analysis
Administer therapies such as:
Chest physiotherapy
Percussion/vibration
Deep tracheal suctioning
Aerosolized medications
Review physician orders and ensure correct medication dosages
Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and supervisors
Assist in emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
?? Qualifications
Required: BLS and ACLS certs, RI license and RRT cert
Minimum 1 year of experience as a CNA or Respiratory Therapist
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.