Registered Respiratory Therapist – PRN Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, vision,

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care for infants and adults, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of respiratory needs.

You will perform advanced procedures, support critical care needs, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, developmentally appropriate care and ongoing quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licenses & Certifications: Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, BLS.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Experience: None required; demonstrates ability to perform procedures and support the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per guidelines.
• Participate in patient education and interdisciplinary communication.
• Support high-quality, safe, and developmentally appropriate care.
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Licenses: RRT, BLS

Job description

A PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides direct patient care related to respiratory therapy, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation for infants and adults. The role involves performing advanced clinical procedures such as mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas sampling, and pulmonary function testing, supporting critical care needs like ECMO and bronchoscopies, and serving on Rapid Response Teams to address acute symptoms promptly. The therapist applies scientific knowledge, ensures patient safety, and educates patients, families, and healthcare team members. The position requires strong communication, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.

• Provides evidence-based respiratory care adhering to standards and policies.
• Demonstrates advanced skills in critical care procedures and supports multidisciplinary team efforts.
• Mentors and educates staff, patients, and families, utilizing diverse learning styles.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory requirements and participates in quality initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program
• Licenses & Certifications: Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS)
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Experience: None required; demonstrates ability to perform procedures and support the healthcare team

Key Duties:

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per guidelines
• Participate in patient education and interdisciplinary communication
• Support high-quality, safe, and developmentally appropriate care
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to quality improvement efforts

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and additional resources to support well-being.