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Travel Contract RT - Respiratory Therapist

$1,800 per week

Nurses Direct, LLC.

Job Opportunity

Job Type: Travel Contract

Salary: $1800 per week

Position: RT

Date Opened: 09/19/2025

Work Experience: 1-3 years

Industry: Health Care

City: Opelousas

State/Province: Louisiana

Country: United States

Zip/Postal Code: 70570

Job Description

CRT or RRT This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age 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 of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures. 2 years prior experience required. Neonatal experience required for this location. Education Required - Associate's Degree Certifications Required - Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) PALS Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals. Strong analytical skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Job Duties 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 appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area. Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures. Attends staff meetings. Other related duties as required. Requirements 2 years respiratory therapy Benefits Health insurance available upon start of assignment.

Nurses Direct, LLC.
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