Night Shift Respiratory Therapist – ICU/ED/NICU (Contract)

Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Night Shift in Corpus Christi, TX. Join a team of 20 RTs providing care in ICU, ED, and NICU, with 12-hour night shifts and rotating weekends.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, therapies, airway management, and ventilation support, with emphasis on education for patients and families. Requires Texas RCP license and NBRC RRT, plus ACLS/BLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Critical care experience with adult patients required.
• RCP license (Texas Medical Board) required.
• RRT (NBRC) certification required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and administer respiratory therapies (oxygen, aerosols).
• Assist with bronchoscopies and airway management.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical ventilation; respond to emergencies.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care; document care.
• Ensure proper setup, cleaning, and storage of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

RCP license (Texas Medical Board)

RRT (NBRC)

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Night Shift in Corpus Christi, TX. Join a team of 20 RTs providing care in ICU, ED, and NICU, with 12-hour night shifts and rotating weekends.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, therapies, airway management, and ventilation support, with emphasis on education for patients and families. Requires Texas RCP license and NBRC RRT, plus ACLS/BLS certifications.