Night Shift Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for nights. The role involves operating ventilators, administering therapies, and monitoring patients under physician orders in a fast-paced respiratory care unit.

Responsibilities include educating patients and families, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring equipment safety and accuracy of treatment records.

Qualifications

• Current RCP, CRT, or RRT license required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate ventilators and respiratory therapy equipment.
• Provide emergency care including CPR and resuscitation support.
• Monitor patient responses and consult with physicians as needed.
• Educate patients and families on treatments and equipment use.
• Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure safe operation.

Skills

Ventilator use

Emergency care

Patient assessment

Education

Current RCP, CRT, or RRT license

BLS/CPR certification

ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 6 months of hire

Tools

Ventilators

Nebulizers

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for nights. The role involves operating ventilators, administering therapies, and monitoring patients under physician orders in a fast-paced respiratory care unit.

Responsibilities include educating patients and families, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring equipment safety and accuracy of treatment records.