Overview:
When the Hospital Sleeps, Our Care Doesn’t
At WakeMed, excellence doesn’t clock out — and neither does our commitment to patients. As a Night Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at WakeMed North Hospital Campus, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high‑quality, compassionate respiratory care during overnight hours. If you’re confident, adaptable, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment where your expertise truly matters, nights at WakeMed North may be the perfect
What You’ll Be Doing:
As an RRT at WakeMed North, you’ll evaluate, treat, and manage adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with respiratory illnesses and cardiopulmonary disorders across a variety of clinical settings. You’ll play a key role in improving patient outcomes by:
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Performing comprehensive respiratory assessments and diagnostic procedures
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Delivering all respiratory care treatments as ordered, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and airway management
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Evaluating treatment effectiveness and adjusting care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
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Educating patients and families to support understanding and continuity of care
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Responding to emergency situations and providing life‑saving respiratory support
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Documenting care in the electronic medical record with accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism
Who You’ll Care For:
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Adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients
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A diverse patient population in a collaborative, supportive environment
Why Nights at WakeMed North?
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Greater autonomy and clinical decision‑making
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Strong teamwork and support during overnight hours
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Exposure to a wide range of patient acuity
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Leadership that values and trusts your expertise
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Opportunities to grow through our Respiratory Career Development Ladder
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A culture rooted in the WakeWay to Excellence — even after hours
Sign-On Bonus Options for External Candidates:
Choose the incentive that works best for you:
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$5,000 with a 1-year commitment
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$10,000 with a 2-year commitment
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$15,000 with a 3-year commitment
Note: Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.
WakeMed Perks & Benefits:
We take care of our team so you can take care of others.
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Career Development Ladder for Respiratory Therapists
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Free parking at all campuses
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Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
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MetLife Pet Insurance
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403(b) retirement plan
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PDO (covers vacation, sick time & holidays)
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Voluntary insurance options for medical & daily expenses
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WakeWell Rewards & wellness programs
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WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
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Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
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Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
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Professional Development – we invest in your future
Department Description:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure:
Licensure & Credentials
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
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Active North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner License
Required Certifications (Based on Patient Population):
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Adult Care:
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Basic Life Support (BLS)
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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Neonatal/Pediatric Care:
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Basic Life Support (BLS)
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
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Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Education: Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Experience: No Experience Required
