Respiratory Therapist – Full Time Flex

ChristianaCare

. Perform and document basic clinical assessments of patients on admission and throughout the hospital stay .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeNewark • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $36 - $55 per hourWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in respiratory therapy, including patient assessments, care plan implementation, and medication administration. Strong commitment to patient rights, confidentiality, and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

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Respiratory TherapyPatient AssessmentBLS CertificationRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Patient Care Plan Implementation

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Hard Skills

Clinical AssessmentRespiratory Modalities AdministrationMedication AdministrationDocumentation in Medical RecordPatient Teaching

Soft Skills

Compassionate InteractionEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationDelegation SkillsWillingness to Learn

Certifications & Qualifications

Respiratory LicensureBLS CertificationRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Industry Keywords

CoARC-Approved School of Respiratory TherapyAARC MembershipPatient RightsConfidentialityHealthcare Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and document basic clinical assessments of patients on admission and throughout the hospital stay
Assess patient and family learning needs and provide indicated teaching
Initiate and follow a basic plan of care based on assessment and diagnosis
Communicate and work on behalf of patients and families to implement care plans respectfully
Administer respiratory modalities and medications safely and effectively
Provide respiratory therapy and document care in the medical record
Interact compassionately with patients, families, coworkers, management, physicians, and ancillary department staff
Delegate to other personnel to optimize patient care
Keep informed about changes in policies, procedures, and equipment and participate in educational programs
Protect patient and family rights and confidentiality
Perform assigned work safely and report unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or violations
Work at Christiana Hospital with rotations to Wilmington Hospital as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a CoARC-approved School of Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory licensure in the state of practice required (Delaware, Maryland, etc.)
Current BLS certification
Active registered respiratory therapist (RRT) or certified respiratory therapist (CRT) credential
Current AARC membership preferred
Every 3rd weekend and holiday required
Willingness to be taught, coached, and/or mentored by others

Benefits

Comp & perks

$10K sign-on bonus
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement
Employee assistance program
Competitive suite of employee benefits supporting employee and family wellness