Travel Respiratory Therapist
Baton Rouge, LA
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Nights

Title: Respiratory Therapist (Respiratory Care Practitioner)

Location: Available Upon Request
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: 12-Hour Night Shift | 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)

Department

• Respiratory Therapy

Specialty

• Respiratory Care Practitioner / Respiratory Therapist

Position Overview

The Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive respiratory care services to both inpatient and outpatient populations ranging from neonatal to geriatric patients. Responsibilities include oxygen therapy management, ventilator support, diagnostic testing, arterial blood gas analysis, airway management, and respiratory treatments in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols.

The therapist works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide safe, evidence-based respiratory care.

Education Requirements

Required

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Required Certifications & Licensure

Required

• Current Respiratory Therapist License in the State of Practice
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACLS (American Heart Association)

Preferred

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• NICU Experience

Supplier Note: NRP/NICU experience is preferred but not required.

Required Skills

Candidates must have experience with:

• Oxygen Therapy Management
• Artificial Ventilation Monitoring & Weaning
• Mechanical Ventilator Management
• Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Collection & Analysis
• EKG Performance and Interpretation Support
• Aerosol & Intermittent Respiratory Therapy
• Airway Management
• Artificial Airway Care
• Respiratory Diagnostic Testing
• Patient Assessment and Monitoring

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and patient education skills
• Proficient computer and documentation skills
• Experience with electronic medical record systems
• Ability to work independently and within interdisciplinary teams
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications and keyboarding

Key Responsibilities

Respiratory Care

• Perform routine and advanced respiratory therapy procedures
• Administer oxygen therapy and respiratory treatments
• Monitor and adjust ventilator settings as ordered
• Assist with ventilator weaning protocols
• Provide airway management and support

Diagnostic Testing

• Draw and analyze arterial blood gases
• Perform EKGs
• Conduct respiratory diagnostic procedures
• Accurately report results to appropriate providers

Patient Education

• Educate patients and families on respiratory treatments and procedures
• Provide instruction regarding disease processes and treatment plans
• Reinforce physician and care team recommendations

Documentation

• Review and document patient assessments and treatments
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records
• Ensure compliance with hospital and regulatory standards

Professional Development

• Maintain required certifications and licensure
• Attend department meetings and educational programs
• Stay current with respiratory therapy best practices and standards

Patient Population

Respiratory Therapists may provide care to:

• Neonatal Patients
• Pediatric Patients
• Adult Patients
• Geriatric Patients

Scheduling Information

Shift

• Night Shift
• 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

Shift Length

• 12 Hours

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple patient needs
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care

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