Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Adult & Neonatal

Jobtome; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Kenner, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen therapy and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will draw, analyze and report ABGs, manage arterial lines, and ensure care aligns with physician orders and policy.

This role requires adaptability to a 24/7 hospital setting. Qualified candidates hold an Associate's degree, a state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and BLS/ACLS credentials (ACLS within 90 days).

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Licensure: Current Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), BLS; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Skills: data entry, effective verbal and written communication, proficiency with Windows applications, strong interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and advanced respiratory care per policy and procedure.
• Review and document all clinical information for each patient.
• Educate patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Deliver oxygen therapy and ventilation support across adult to neonatal patients as ordered.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

ABG analysis tools

Job description

Ochsner Health in Kenner, LA, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen therapy and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. You will draw, analyze and report ABGs, manage arterial lines, and ensure care aligns with physician orders and policy.

This role requires adaptability to a 24/7 hospital setting. Qualified candidates hold an Associate's degree, a state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and BLS/ACLS credentials (ACLS within 90 days).