Respiratory Care Practitioner

Respiratory Care Practitioner at Christus Health Location: Sulphur Springs, TX. Full Time 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Summary Responsible for pulmonary care of adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under physician direction. Performs assessments, respiratory therapy procedures, and manages equipment across critical and non‑critical care settings. Responsibilities Meet expectations of OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Include, but are not limited to: Emergency (Code Blue/White) response Airway management including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning Delivery of aerosolized drugs Ventilator management (setup and operation) Oral hygiene Airway retaining device placement and maintenance Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring Chest film analysis Blood gas collection and analysis EKG analysisAccurate and complete documentation Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as needed Participate in CAP and JC surveys RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader. Advanced practice skills may include: Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2 Pulmonary Function Testing Bronchoscopy assistance Hemodynamic monitoring Waveform analysis Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies) Polysomnography Transport duties Qualifications Education/Skills: See licensure and/or certification requirements. Experience: 1‑3 years of experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: RT or RCP License in state of employment required. BLS required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required. Current ACLS certification required. Current NRP certification required. Work Schedule Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Work Type Full Time. Company Information Company: Christus Health Position: Respiratory Care Practitioner Location: Sulphur Springs, TX Country: US #J-18808-Ljbffr