Night-Shift Registered Respiratory Therapist – Full Time

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive pulmonary care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician supervision. You will assess patients, implement respiratory care plans, and perform a range of procedures across inpatient settings.

The role includes airway management, ventilator operation, aerosolized meds, blood gas analysis, and documentation.

Qualifications

• RT or RCP license in state of employment required
• BLS required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required
• ACLS required
• NRP required

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and institute care plans
• Manage airway procedures including suctioning
• Administer aerosolized medications and NIV/ventilator support
• Analyze blood gases and monitor patient status
• Assist in bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing
• Document care and participate in quality surveys
• Transport patients and operate respiratory equipment during shifts

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Tools

Ventilators

Capnography

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive pulmonary care for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician supervision. You will assess patients, implement respiratory care plans, and perform a range of procedures across inpatient settings.

The role includes airway management, ventilator operation, aerosolized meds, blood gas analysis, and documentation.