Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Lafayette, LA

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Lafayette, LA
Agency: SnapCare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Rotating
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 7/27/2026

About the Position

Opportunity:

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Details:

• Demonstrate comfort in treating all patient populations across all units including Emergency Department and ICU
• Administer Oxygen Therapy and assess adequacy of patient response to therapy
• Recognize signs of cardiopulmonary arrest and initiate resuscitation and life-support measures in adults, children, and infants
• Assess patients for distress requiring immediate therapeutic intervention and manage emergent problems in all critical situations
• Perform complex ventilatory management including understanding technical components of ventilators, pathophysiology of the respiratory system, and patient ventilator interaction
• Analyze arterial blood samples, assess values for consistency, identify contributing factors to abnormalities, and recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Set goals and organize activities to achieve optimum and efficient patient care in a timely manner
• Observe, assess, and report patient status or needs to appropriate personnel
• Participate in staff development and educate patients and families about respiratory procedures and disease processes
• Current NBRC credentials and current Louisiana State License or permit issued by LSBME required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• PALS certification preferred

Facility:

This regional medical center provides comprehensive respiratory care services across all units within the facility, including the Emergency Department and ICU. The facility is equipped to handle a wide range of patient needs, from routine respiratory care to complex critical care situations. The organization is committed to high-quality patient outcomes and supports staff development and education initiatives.

Location:

Lafayette, LA

Lafayette is a vibrant city in the heart of Cajun Country, known for its rich cultural heritage, world-renowned cuisine, and lively music scene. The area offers a warm climate, a strong sense of community, and a unique blend of Southern hospitality and Louisiana charm that makes it a wonderful place to live and work.

Requirements

Respiratory TherapistJob Details:• Demonstrate comfort in treating all patient populations across all units including Emergency Department and ICU• Administer Oxygen Therapy and assess adequacy of patient response to therapy• Recognize signs of cardiopulmonary arrest and initiate resuscitation and life-support measures in adults, children, and infants• Assess patients for distress requiring immediate therapeutic intervention and manage emergent problems in all critical situations• Perform complex ventilatory management including understanding technical components of ventilators, pathophysiology of the respiratory system, and patient ventilator interaction• Analyze arterial blood samples, assess values for consistency, identify contributing factors to abnormalities, and recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions• Set goals and organize activities to achieve optimum and efficient patient care in a timely manner• Observe, assess, and report patient status or needs to appropriate personnel• Participate in staff development and educate patients and families about respiratory procedures and disease processes• Current NBRC credentials and current Louisiana State License or permit issued by LSBME required• Current BLS and ACLS certification required• PALS certification regional medical center provides comprehensive respiratory care services across all units within the facility, including the Emergency Department and ICU. The facility is equipped to handle a wide range of patient needs, from routine respiratory care to complex critical care situations. The organization is committed to high-quality patient outcomes and supports staff development and education initiatives., LALafayette is a vibrant city in the heart of Cajun Country, known for its rich cultural heritage, world-renowned cuisine, and lively music scene. The area offers a warm climate, a strong sense of community, and a unique blend of Southern hospitality and Louisiana charm that makes it a wonderful place to live and work.