PRN Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care & Ventilator Support

St. David's Medical Center; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 6,199,000 - 8,954,000; Full time

Job summary

St. David’s Medical Center in Austin, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN) to deliver high-quality respiratory care in a fast-paced acute care setting.

You will perform respiratory assessments, administer oxygen and aerosol therapies, manage ventilators, respond to rapid responses and codes, collaborate with physicians and nursing teams, educate patients and families, document care, and uphold infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and administer oxygen and aerosol therapies.
• Manage mechanical ventilators and monitor patient response.
• Respond to rapid response and code situations.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families; document care and outcomes; uphold infection control.

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Job description

St. David’s Medical Center in Austin, TX is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN) to deliver high-quality respiratory care in a fast-paced acute care setting.

You will perform respiratory assessments, administer oxygen and aerosol therapies, manage ventilators, respond to rapid responses and codes, collaborate with physicians and nursing teams, educate patients and families, document care, and uphold infection control and safety standards.