Travel Contract - RT - Respiratory Therapist

Nurses Direct; Louisiana; Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nurses Direct in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a travel contract to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients ranging neonatal to geriatric.

The role requires a state license, NBRC certification, BLS and ACLS, with at least 2 years of experience and neonatal exposure for this location. Strong data entry, communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required.
• Neonatal experience required for this location.
• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the state.
• Credentialed by NBRC as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.

Responsabilités

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on age-appropriate criteria.
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge.

Connaissances

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Outils

Respiratory Therapist License

ACLS

BLS

NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist

Description du poste

Travel Contract - RT - Respiratory Therapist

Lafayette, United States | Posted on 10/13/2026

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures. 2 years prior experience required. Neonatal experience required for this location.

Education

Required -Associate's Degree

Certifications

Required -Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice

Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
  
• Strong analytical skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills.
  

Job Duties

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
  
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
  
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
  
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
  
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
  
• Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.