ICU Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Growth

StaffDNA®; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

StaffDNA® seeks a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our ICU team in a fast-paced, life-supporting environment. You will deliver advanced respiratory care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary staff, and participate in patient and family education while rotating shifts as required in critical care settings.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, emergency response readiness, and ongoing professional growth in critical care treatments.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions in the ICU setting.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation and other life-support systems for critically ill patients.
• Administer aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond to emergency situations, including rapid response or code blue events, to provide airway management and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and progress in compliance with hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use when transitioning out of the ICU.

Job description

StaffDNA® seeks a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our ICU team in a fast-paced, life-supporting environment. You will deliver advanced respiratory care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary staff, and participate in patient and family education while rotating shifts as required in critical care settings.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, emergency response readiness, and ongoing professional growth in critical care treatments.