Certified Respiratory Therapist-Respiratory Resp Therapy-PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide pulmonary care for diverse patient populations in a dynamic hospital setting. As a vital member of the team, you will perform comprehensive assessments, manage respiratory therapy procedures, and play a crucial role in emergency interventions and patient care plans.

Qualifications

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred.
• Licensure and certification in Respiratory Care required.
• Knowledge in airway management, ventilator settings, and emergency protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and institute respiratory care plans.
• Manage ventilators and deliver aerosolized drugs as required.
• Engage in emergency response protocols and detailed documentation.

Skills

Emergency response

Airway management

Ventilator management

Oxygen delivery devices

Pulmonary Function Testing

Education

RCP License

BLS Certification

CRT (National Board of Respiratory Care)

Job description

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.e.: setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 2 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RCP License in the state of employment required
• BLS required
• CRT thru the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed