Travel Contract - RT - Respiratory Therapist

Nurses Direct • Lafayette, LA

7d

About The Position

Provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing, and ventilation support to inpatients and outpatients ranging 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 artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate's degree.
• Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice.
• Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT); the posting also identifies CRT or RRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Prior respiratory therapy experience; the posting specifies both 2 years and 1 year in separate sections.
• Neonatal experience is required for this location.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Review and document all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educate patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Perform diagnostic procedures.
• Provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of patients served in the assigned area.
• Maintain professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Monitor and wean oxygen therapy and artificial ventilation; draw, analyze, and report arterial blood gases and EKGs; deliver intermittent therapy; and assist with changing artificial airways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree