PRN Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Flexible Schedule + 401(k)

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) With Matching

PRN Flexible scheduling - Days/Nights

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist role is a PRN position in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The therapist administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders, documents care, and collaborates with the care team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing ABG punctures, ventilator management, patient education, and adherence to infection control standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Administers advanced respiratory treatments and monitors patient responses.
• Performs ABG punctures and reports results promptly.
• Maintains accurate documentation and ensures patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses.
• Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure.
• Performs ABG punctures accurately, reporting results promptly.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures.
• Maintains respiratory therapy equipment and ensures safety standards.
• Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance.
• Demonstrates emergency response skills and collaborates with healthcare teams.

Skills

RRT certification

Ventilator management

ABG procedures

EMR documentation

Infection control

Team communication

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist role is a PRN position in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The therapist administers pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory care under physician orders, documents care, and collaborates with the care team to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing ABG punctures, ventilator management, patient education, and adherence to infection control standards.