Evening NICU Respiratory Therapist – PRN

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking an evening shift, PRN Respiratory Therapist for NICU care. The role involves delivering specialized respiratory support to neonates and critically ill patients under supervision, with emphasis on accurate assessments and safe therapy delivery.

The ideal candidate has a COARC accredited program, Texas license, NBRC certification, and required airway management credentials (BLS, ACLS, NRP) to support the NICU team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a COARC accredited respiratory care program.
• Licensed practitioner by the State of Texas Medical Board.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist with the NBRC.
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS certification is required.
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care to those with acute and chronic respiratory problems per department policies.
• Under supervision of the Respiratory Care Supervisor, perform duties across General Therapy and Critical Care.
• Support education, processing control, pulmonary services research, and leadership activities within the NICU program.

Education

COARC accredited respiratory care program

Texas Medical Board license

NBRC certification (National Board for Respiratory Care)

ACLS

BLS within 14 days of hire

NRP within 6 months of hire

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking an evening shift, PRN Respiratory Therapist for NICU care. The role involves delivering specialized respiratory support to neonates and critically ill patients under supervision, with emphasis on accurate assessments and safe therapy delivery.

The ideal candidate has a COARC accredited program, Texas license, NBRC certification, and required airway management credentials (BLS, ACLS, NRP) to support the NICU team.