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Respiratory Therapist- River Region - Night - PRN

Ochsner Health System

Kenner, LA
5 days ago
$30 - $40

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a PRN Respiratory Therapist and make a difference in patient care by providing essential respiratory treatments and support. This role offers the chance to work with diverse patient populations in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides respiratory care treatment and oxygen services to patients.
  • Performs diagnostic testing and ventilation support services.
  • Sets up, monitors, and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation.
  • Draws, analyzes, and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs.
  • Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree
  • Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
  • Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
  • ACLS obtained in 90 days

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree

Benefits & Perks