Registered Respiratory Therapist – PRN Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care in a home-based setting in the St. Louis area.

The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and implementation of respiratory therapies within a high-quality care environment. The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy with active RRT credentials and BCLS, and is able to work independently with advanced clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and active respiratory care credentials.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required for ideal candidates.
• Licenses including Respiratory Care Practitioner and RRT are required; BCLS certification is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy per standards.
• Support ventilation, bronchoscopy, sleep studies, and ECMO as needed.
• Document care and communicate handoffs to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory treatments.
• Participate in Rapid Response Team activities and clinical triggers.
• Pursue continuous learning and uphold patient safety.

Skills

Independent work

Advanced clinical skills

Critical thinking

Patient education

Team player

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Respiratory Care Practitioner license

RRT certification

Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BCLS)

Job description

Role Overview: The PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides direct patient care related to respiratory therapy, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, and implementation in a high-quality care environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per established standards and guidelines.
• Apply advanced clinical expertise, supporting activities such as mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopy, sleep studies, and ECMO support.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team through documentation and handoffs.
• Educate patients, families, and staff about respiratory treatments and procedures.
• Participate as a Rapid Response Team member, responding swiftly to clinical triggers.
• Seek continuous learning opportunities and demonstrate accountability.

Role Overview: The PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides direct patient care related to respiratory therapy, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, and implementation in a high-quality care environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per established standards and guidelines.
• Apply advanced clinical expertise, supporting activities such as mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopy, sleep studies, and ECMO support.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team through documentation and handoffs.
• Educate patients, families, and staff about respiratory treatments and procedures.
• Participate as a Rapid Response Team member, responding swiftly to clinical triggers.
• Seek continuous learning opportunities and demonstrate accountability.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licenses and certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, and Basic Cardiovascular Life Support.
• Ability to work independently with advanced clinical skills and critical care procedures.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient education abilities.

Additional Information:

The role offers opportunities for recognition through clinical ladder programs and emphasizes patient safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off. This position is ideal for skilled therapists seeking consistency, teamwork, and meaningful patient interactions in a supportive environment.