Respiratory Therapist | Nights

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our respiratory care team in Lake Charles, LA. You will deliver patient care across ages, collaborate with physicians and nurses, and ensure documentation and safety standards are met.

Requirements include an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program (AS/BS accepted), active Louisiana licensure, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications. Excellent teamwork and technical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program; AS or BS accepted.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT).
• Current licensure to practice in Louisiana.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS & NRP.
• Must maintain required NBRC CEUs per year.

Responsibilities

• Organizes patient care and delegates activities to other staff as appropriate.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team from admit to discharge.
• Documents accurately per department policy.
• Possesses competency in use of technology and computers.
• Provides age-specific care for patients served.
• Works with the team to manage patient care and assist with procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Technology proficiency

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program

Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science accepted

Louisiana licensure

Current BLS ACLS PALS NRP

NBRC in good standing

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

A great place to work.

Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is committed to investing in the excellence of our employees by providing competitive compensation, professional growth, and exceptional benefits. We strive to foster an employee-focused culture. As a major teaching facility we offer learning and mentoring opportunities as well as programs to promote employee well-being.

We want the most qualified people to be part of our extraordinary team. Whether your objective is to find a career in nursing, information technology, management or clerical, Lake Charles Memorial Health System has the opportunities you are looking for. Memorial offers its employees medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, paid time off, tuition assistance & much more to attract and retain employees.

Join us. Become part of our team. Take a look at our job openings and seeall of the inspiring possibilities that await you at Lake Charles Memorial Health System.

We place a high value on our employees. We attract talented people who thrive in a team environment, recognize the importance of accountability and strive to exceed our patient's expectations.

• The Respiratory Therapist delivers care to patients of all ages who suffer from either an acute or chronic respiratory illness or cardiopulmonary disorder.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director and Assistant Director of Respiratory Therapy

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Organizes patient care and general activities to accomplish required functions with delegation of these activities to other staff as appropriate.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in planning and organizing patient care from admit to discharge.
• Effectively identifies and solves problems in reference to equipment, patient care or respiratory safety.
• Documents accurately according to department policy.
• Possesses competency in use of technology and computers.
• Performs Assessments
• Provides Age Specific Care For Patients Served
• Employ scientific principles to identify, treat and prevent acute or chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system.
• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
• Works as part of a team of health care professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Department PI plan.
• Has knowledge of and utilizes department specific equipment appropriately.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.
• Evaluates ethical challenges and their potential impact on the patient’s quality of care.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy Program. Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science accepted.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT)
• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Current licensure to practice in Louisiana
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS & NRP.
• Must maintain required hours of in-service per year to meet requirements for CEU’s as stipulated by the NBRC.
• In good standing with NBRC

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Requires prolonged periods of standing with a moderate amount of lifting/pulling of patients weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Almost 100% of time spent inside the building.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.