Travel Contract - RT - Respiratory Therapist

Nurses Direct LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurses Direct LLC in New Orleans, LA seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a travel contract to provide respiratory care, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support for patients from neonatal to geriatric. Neonatal experience is required for this location.

The role supports in-patients and out-patients and requires 2 years of prior experience. Earned credentials include a state license as an RRT, NBRC CRT, BLS, and ACLS.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Must be licensed as Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialed by NBRC as Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• BLS certification from American Heart Association; ACLS.
• Two years of experience required; neonatal experience required for this location.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced respiratory procedures according to policy.
• Reviews and documents clinical information for each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care per age-specific criteria; maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures.
• Maintains professional certifications.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Travel Contract - RT - Respiratory Therapist

New Orleans, 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.