Travel Certified Respiratory Therapy - NICU
San Antonio, TX
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional pulmonary care for critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. This position requires working under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. The therapist will perform patient assessments and develop respiratory care plans while executing various technical and diagnostic procedures throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet the expectations of applicable competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Respond to emergency situations (Code Blue and White).
• Manage airways, including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning.
• Deliver aerosolized medications effectively.
• Set up and operate ventilators.
• Provide oral hygiene for patients.
• Place and maintain airway retaining devices.
• Manage airway support devices such as BiPAP and CPAP.
• Utilize oxygen delivery devices and conduct therapeutic monitoring.
• Analyze chest films, blood gases, and EKGs.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of patient care.
• Clean and stock equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• May function as Shift Leader or Team Leader as required.

Advanced Practice Skills

• Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures.
• Perform hemodynamic monitoring and waveform analysis.
• Evaluate nocturnal SpO2 (Desaturation Studies).
• Conduct polysomnography assessments.
• Fulfill transport duties as needed.

Job Requirements

Education & Skills

Licensure and certification requirements apply.

Experience

1 to 3 years of experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in the state of TX required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification by NBRC required.
• BLS certification required (AHA only).
• ACLS certification required (AHA only).
• PALS certification required (AHA only).
• NRP certification required.

Work Schedule

This position operates on a full-time basis, with scheduled hours from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM.