Registered Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift, Critical Care

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to support nights at West Jefferson Medical Center. You will manage ventilators, assist with airway procedures, and deliver therapies while maintaining compassionate care.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, education for patients and families, and collaboration across disciplines. If you are licensed and certified (NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS), your expertise will help restore breath and calm in critical moments.

Qualifications

• State license in good standing with Louisiana Board.
• NBRC RTC credential.
• Active BLS/CPR through AHA.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Manage ventilators and adjust settings per patient needs.
• Assist with arterial punctures and airway management.
• Support high-acuity Code III responses.
• Assist with bronchoscopy and intubation procedures.
• Deliver therapies (oxygen, CPT, IPPB, incentive spirometry).
• Monitor equipment and ensure safe operation.
• Educate patients and families to improve understanding.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards.
• Collaborate with care team to share insights.

Skills

Ventilator management

Airway management

Critical care

Team collaboration

Education

Louisiana Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC)

Current BLS / CPR (AHA)

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

LCMC Health in Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to support nights at West Jefferson Medical Center. You will manage ventilators, assist with airway procedures, and deliver therapies while maintaining compassionate care.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, education for patients and families, and collaboration across disciplines. If you are licensed and certified (NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS), your expertise will help restore breath and calm in critical moments.