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NICU Respiratory Therapist - Full Time - Jeff Hwy - Incentive Available

Ochsner Health System

New Orleans, LA
1 day ago
$60k - $80k

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a NICU Respiratory Therapist and make a significant impact on patient care in our new Surgical NICU. Enjoy competitive incentives and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services
  • 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

Required Qualifications

  • 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
  • Associate's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On BonusRelocation Assistance