Critical Care Respiratory Therapist - Rapid Response

Jobtome; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric, in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC CRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire; NICU certification if assigned. Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate's Degree and state Respiratory Therapist license.
• Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• NRP certification required for NICU assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures per policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and coworkers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care aligned to patient age and safety guidelines.
• Maintains current professional certifications and knowledge.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Current Respiratory Therapist license

NBRC CRT credential

BLS Certification

ACLS within 90 days

NRP Certification (NICU)

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver respiratory care, oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric, in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree, current Respiratory Therapist license, NBRC CRT, BLS, and ACLS within 90 days of hire; NICU certification if assigned. Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills are essential.