PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Acute Care

Opelousas General; Opelousas (LA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Opelousas General is seeking a Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for PRN coverage in Opelousas, LA. You will provide direct patient care across acute, sub-acute, and chronic care settings for adults, pediatrics, and neonates, focusing on assessment, therapy delivery, and advocating for diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

The role emphasizes ventilator management, airway support, and collaboration with physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses lung and breathing disorders and recommends therapy.
• Interviews patients and performs chest exams to tailor therapy.
• Consults with physicians to adjust therapy as needed.
• Analyzes breath, tissue and blood samples for oxygenation levels.
• Manages ventilators and airway devices for patients.
• Manages non-invasive and high-flow oxygenation devices.
• Responds to emergencies and urgent calls for care.
• Educates patients and families about lung disease and therapy.

Skills

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

Emergency response

Education

Associates in Respiratory Care

Job description

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Licensed Respiratory Therapist RRT (PRN)

PRN Technical Opelousas, LA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 2814

Summary

Comments Direct provider of patient care in acute, sub-acute, and chronic healthcare settings to adult, pediatric, and neonatal population groups. Candidates will possess optimal skills in assessment of patients, delivery of care, and being proactive as an advocate for diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Comments *Diagnoses lung and breathing disorders and recommends treatment methods.
*Interviews patients and performs chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for their condition.
*Consults with physicians to recommend a change in therapy, based on evaluation of the patient.
*Analyzes breath, tissue, and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases.
*Manages ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients who cannot breathe normally on their own.
*Manages non-invasive and high flow devices for patients requiring oxygenation and ventilatory support.
*Responds to emergency situations and urgent calls for care.
*Educates patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their quality of life.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Standards of Behavior

Employee must be both committed to and accountable for demonstrating supportiveness, etiquette, respect, vibrancy, integrity, communication, and excellence in service delivery by adhering to the behaviors specified in the Service Standards of Behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

Program of Study

Required/Preferred

Associates

Respiratory Care

Required

Certifications, Licensures & Training

Required/Preferred

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Required

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Required

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)