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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PRN (As-Needed)

ECU Health logoECU Health~$30–$55/hrtypicalEdenton, NCRegularPosted 2w agoStill open, checked every night
  • PRN / per diem
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • NRP

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in North Carolina post a median of $38.38 an hour, the middle half $37.35–$39.01, across 70 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in North Carolina earn a median of $38.51 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Medicare rating of Vidant Chowan Hospital

Medicare gives Vidant Chowan Hospital 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; North Carolina's hospitals average 3.3). 79% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · North Carolina hospitals by rating.

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What North Carolina requires of a respiratory therapist

Respiratory care practitioner license, from the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board.

  • Initial requirements are in G.S. Chapter 90, Article 38; the Board's rules require licensees to keep a current NBRC credential and current BLS certification at renewal.
  • Staying active: Renewal needs the fee, proof of continuing education (12 hours of approved Category I CE or an allowed alternative, 21 NCAC 61 .0401), an NBRC credential and BLS proof.

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Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research

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  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.7% · Stating an hourly rate 32.4%

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About the job

Position Summary

Under the Clinical Supervision of the Medical Director of Respiratory Care and the overall supervision of the Manager,Assistant Manager and Respiratory Care Supervisor the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), III functions in a safe, expedient, and cost-effective manner in providing, responding to patient needs and documenting respiratory care and services provided. The Respiratory Care Practitioner III is involved in the Clinical Ladder program which is a voluntary promotion system that recognizes health care professionals who demonstrate advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

  • American Heart Association BLS Certification is required.
  • Associate Degree or higher in an approved CoARC program for Respiratory Care
  • Active licensure with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board upon hire and is maintained yearly.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.
  • American Heart Association ACLS is required.
  • If working in the Children's hospital you are required to have AHA PALS and NRP in place of the AHA ACLS and you must have completed the NBRC NPS exam by 12 months from your orientation end date.
  • For non-medical center Respiratory care departments AHA BLS and ACLS are required. AHA PALS and NRP are required at 6 months from hire date.
  • Accepting Applications for all levels of experience

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About ECU Health Chowan Hospital

ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton is a 25-bed critical access hospital which provides programs and services to 110,000 people in 6 counties. The facility offers medical and surgical services, including intensive care, a specialty care clinic and a dedicated outpatient surgery area with endoscopy capabilities. A 7-bed emergency department serves approximately 15,000 patients per year and team members at the facility have access to a telemedicine link with the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact

Braeton Grady, Associate Recruiter

ECU Health Talent Acquisition

Email: Braeton.Maurer@ecuhealth.org

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