Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Breaux Bridge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Louisiana seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care for patients of all ages, including oxygen therapy, diagnostics, ventilation support, and patient education. You will set up and monitor devices, analyze ABGs, assist with airway management, and perform diagnostic procedures per policy.

The role requires an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), a valid state license, NBRC RRT, BLS, and ACLS (within 90 days).

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• NBRC RRT certification required; BLS and ACLS within 90 days.
• Strong computer skills; effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapeutic procedures.
• Set up and monitor oxygen and ventilation equipment.
• Analyze arterial blood gases and assist with airway management.
• Document clinical information and educate patients and staff.
• Adapt care to patients' age and needs; ensure safety and privacy policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal abilities

Computer skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS

ACLS (within 90 days)

Job description

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care, including oxygen therapy, diagnostic testing, ventilation support, and patient education for diverse age groups. Key responsibilities include setting up and monitoring oxygen and ventilation devices, analyzing arterial blood gases, assisting with artificial airway management, and performing diagnostic procedures in accordance with established policies.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), current state license as a Respiratory Therapist, and certifications such as NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist, BLS, and ACLS (within 90 days). Candidates should possess strong computer skills, effective communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Essential duties involve performing routine and advanced therapeutic procedures, documenting clinical information, educating patients and staff, and adapting care to patient age and needs. Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance with safety and privacy policies are required. Physical demands may include heavy lifting, prolonged standing, and exposure to biohazards.

This role requires flexibility, manual dexterity, and the ability to work in a dynamic healthcare environment. All applicants should demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to quality patient care.