NICU RRT: Compassionate Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Jobtome; Blanchard (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff. The role emphasizes evaluating therapy effectiveness and acting as an advanced resource in respiratory care.

Strong licensure and NBRC RRT credential are required, with ACLS preferred and PALS for ER staff. Join a team focused on quality patient care and professional growth within Mercy’s respiratory care program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current RNCP licensure in Louisiana and NBRC RRT credential.
• ACLS preferred; PALS required for ER staff.
• Experience: none; emphasis on ability to work with physicians and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Therapy consultation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Louisiana RCP licensure

ACLS (preferred)

PALS (ER requirement)

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff. The role emphasizes evaluating therapy effectiveness and acting as an advanced resource in respiratory care.

Strong licensure and NBRC RRT credential are required, with ACLS preferred and PALS for ER staff. Join a team focused on quality patient care and professional growth within Mercy’s respiratory care program.