Respiratory Care Practitioner (Night Shift) – Full Time

Location: Eureka, California, United StatesEmployment Type: Full-Time (Night Shift)Relocation Assistance Available: Possible for Ideal CandidateBonus Eligible: NoJob ID: 3334969

About the Opportunity:

Our Award Winning Client, a nationally recognized healthcare leader known for delivering high-quality, award-winning patient care across the U.S., is seeking two experienced Respiratory Care Practitioners to join their collaborative care team. These full-time, night-shift roles are based in a progressive acute care facility in Eureka, California, offering a diverse clinical setting with opportunities to grow professionally while impacting lives daily.

What You’ll Do:

As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a vital role in respiratory therapy services across multiple hospital departments. You’ll assess, plan, and implement high-level respiratory care while working directly with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and monitor therapeutic procedures such as oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene, and mechanical ventilation

• Perform and analyze diagnostic respiratory assessments including arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests

• Collaborate with care teams across units including ICU, ED, Telemetry, PACU, NICU, Nursery, Childbirth Center, and Medical-Surgical

• Adjust ventilator settings based on patient needs and clinical data

• Support rapid response and resuscitation efforts

• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and utilize hospital EHR systems

• Maintain respiratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards

• Educate patients and families on respiratory care management and discharge plans

Skills & Expertise Required:

• Expertise in ventilator management (adult and neonatal)

• Skilled in arterial blood gas collection and interpretation

• Familiarity with CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow oxygen systems, and nebulizer treatments

• Proficient in emergency airway management and resuscitation support

• Strong command of pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory pharmacology

• Electronic health record (EHR) experience

• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and team collaboration skills

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program (AMA-approved)

• California RCP license – required at time of hire

• BLS certification (American Heart Association) – required at time of hire

• ACLS & PALS certifications (American Heart Association) – required within 90 days of hire

• Minimum 2 years of recent hospital-based experience in acute care as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

• Proven experience across diverse hospital units, including NICU, ED, and ICU

Why Join Us?

Our Award Winning Client is committed to creating an environment where healthcare professionals thrive. Their supportive culture emphasizes:

• Whole-person care and clinical collaboration

• Nationally recognized professional development programs

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

• Paid time off and competitive scheduling

• Opportunities for cross-training and department growth

• Relocation assistance for ideal candidates

Ideal Candidate Snapshot:

• 2–5 years of experience in a hospital-based respiratory therapy role

• Strong clinical and technical skills in high-acuity environments

• Holds or is eligible for all required certifications

• Team-oriented, highly organized, and dependable under pressure

• Looking for a long-term role with professional development

Job ID: 3334969

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.