Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN Our Lady of Lourdes Women's and Children's Hospital

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Louisiana is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to participate in the management of patients with pulmonary disorders. This role offers a sign-on bonus of $15,000 and is an entry-level position. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in respiratory therapy, including BLS and ACLS certifications, and a Louisiana State License. You will manage Life Support Systems and work with various patient age groups.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Career opportunities in a supportive environment

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana State License or temporary permit issued by LSBME.
• Successful completion of the National Certification and Registry exams administered by the NBRC.
• Ability to manage patients with pulmonary disorders.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Responsible for the initiation and management of Life Support Systems.
• Assists physicians and nurses in cardiopulmonary stress lab.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Proficiency in pulmonary disorders management

Experience with fiberoptic bronchoscopies

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Graduate of a CoARC approved program

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN Our Lady of Lourdes Women's and Children's Hospital

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Job Description

Currently offering a Sign-on Bonus of $15,000!!

At Our Lady of Lourdes, we offer you so much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer career opportunities for people who have a calling to share their gifts and talents as part of our healing ministry. As a Catholic hospital, we are here to create a spirit of healing. We offer you something special - the chance to do God's work by helping to serve people in need throughout our community, every day.

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Therapists are responsible for the initiation and management of Life Support Systems under the direction of the physician. The RRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies. The RRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff. Maintains complete, accurate, and concise records in full accord with Hospital and Department Policy and Procedures. Participates in fiberoptic bronchoscopies through preparation and monitoring of the patient, assists the physician with the procedure, handles specimens, performs post procedure care of the patient, and maintains the bronchoscopy equipment. Performs Basic Spirometry studies, ensuring the necessary equipment is calibrated, test results are accurate and posted on patient's chart as soon as possible. Identifies risks, hazards, and complications of performing arterial punctures. Demonstrates proficiency in arterial punctures ensuring hazards and complications are minimized. Assists physicians and nurses in cardiopulmonary stress lab- and operating the Cardio 2 computer. Demonstrates proficiency with age groups- adults, geriatrics, pediatrics, and infants as outlined in relation to level of service. Meets expectations of required competencies for Respiratory Therapy.

Job Description

Currently offering a Sign-on Bonus of $15,000!!

At Our Lady of Lourdes, we offer you so much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer career opportunities for people who have a calling to share their gifts and talents as part of our healing ministry. As a Catholic hospital, we are here to create a spirit of healing. We offer you something special - the chance to do God's work by helping to serve people in need throughout our community, every day.

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Therapists are responsible for the initiation and management of Life Support Systems under the direction of the physician. The RRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies. The RRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff. Maintains complete, accurate, and concise records in full accord with Hospital and Department Policy and Procedures. Participates in fiberoptic bronchoscopies through preparation and monitoring of the patient, assists the physician with the procedure, handles specimens, performs post procedure care of the patient, and maintains the bronchoscopy equipment. Performs Basic Spirometry studies, ensuring the necessary equipment is calibrated, test results are accurate and posted on patient's chart as soon as possible. Identifies risks, hazards, and complications of performing arterial punctures. Demonstrates proficiency in arterial punctures ensuring hazards and complications are minimized. Assists physicians and nurses in cardiopulmonary stress lab- and operating the Cardio 2 computer. Demonstrates proficiency with age groups- adults, geriatrics, pediatrics, and infants as outlined in relation to level of service. Meets expectations of required competencies for Respiratory Therapy.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent (10 Years experience as licensed therapist substituted for Associate Degree).

Graduate of a CoARC approved program. BLS, (ACLS, PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire). Successful completion of the National Certification and Registry exams administered by the NBRC.

Current Louisiana State License or temporary permit issued by LSBME.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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