About the role

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Surgical Critical Care - Weekender Flex

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Intensive Care and Resuscitation-Integrated Hospital Care Institute

Job Code

D23039

Shift

Nights

Schedule

7:00pm-7:30am

Job Summary

Job Details

This position is eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for flexibility and increased work/life balance.

Our Weekender Flex Program allows caregivers to work full-time between Friday – Sunday (night shift) every week, working only 36 hours, but receiving compensation for 44 hours.

A caregiver in this position works nights, from 7:00pm - 7:30am every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

A caregiver in this role will have a full-time status and all our benefits will be included.

Your primary duties will include:

Planning, establishing, and evaluating patients for the correct type of treatment and care based on their diagnosis.
Monitoring and putting in place patient care plans with advanced monitoring techniques.
Performing advanced respiratory care modalities.
Evaluating respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes.

A caregiver who excels in this role:

Has strong critical thinking skills and can work under minimum supervision.
Can demonstrate decisive judgement in stressful situations.
Shows strong communication skills.
Shows empathy and compassion in a patient-centered environment.

Minimum requirements for this role include:

Associate's Degree
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialing through the National Board for Respiratory Care
Basic Life Support (BLS) credentialing through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Minimum 1 year experience in critical care
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Care
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) certification
Skills: active listening, collaboration, adaptability, critical thinking, accountability, independent working and receptive to feedback

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.
May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Cleveland Clinic stands as a leader in healthcare, merging cutting-edge research with patient-focused care, attracting professionals dedicated to medical excellence and innovation.
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What's promising

•Cleveland Clinic consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the U.S. for patient care.
•The organization invests heavily in research, fostering a culture of innovation.
•Employees benefit from working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

What to watch

•The high-pressure environment may lead to burnout among staff.
•Nonprofit status can limit salary growth compared to private sector healthcare.
•Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.

Why Cleveland Clinic

•Cleveland Clinic's patient-centered model prioritizes comprehensive, individualized care.
•The integration of clinical care with research and education is a hallmark.
•Its global reach includes facilities in the U.S., Canada, and the UAE.

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About Cleveland Clinic

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Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. It is known for its patient-centered approach and high-quality healthcare services.