Respiratory Therapist PRN (28384)

Job Details

Job Location: Nacogdoches, TX

Position Type: PRN/Per Diem

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Any

Description

Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) - PRN

What's in it for you?

• High Reliability Organization
• How we treat people in our organization, we are truly committed to patient safety and to our employees
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement Plan-457(b)
• ATM onsite
• Fresh Vending
• Free on-site parking
• Colleague recognition program.

About Us:

Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital- Celebrating 90 years + of caring for our community and surrounding communities. Our outstanding team combines compassion and kindness with the latest technology and advanced treatments to deliver care. Services Include: Cardiac Services, FastTrack, ICU, Emergency Room, Incontinence Therapy, Medical Imaging, Nutrition Services, Physical rehabilitation, Stroke Action Plan, Surgery.

At Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital, we recognize and reward you for your contributions; we have a highly qualified, smart, and ambitious team making a difference in our patients' lives. Our culture of ownership and transparency empowers our team to achieve their goals. We have new transformative owners, for all those on board, it's going to be a challenging and a rewarding journey and we are just getting started.

www.nacmem.org

Position Summary

Sets up a variety of electromechanical respiration equipment to obtain data relative to functioning of patient needing such assistance, and to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs to patients with respiratory disorders.

Position Duties (not all inclusive)

• Reviews physician's request to determine requirements for tests and/or treatments.
• Assists medical nursing staff as requested, including introduction of respiratory care modalities.
• Demonstrates proficiency in ventilator care, obtaining arterial blood gas samples and running samples, administering IPPB and handheld aerosol treatments, obtaining and administering medication, administering incentive spirometry, administering aerosol therapy, setting up all types of oxygen delivery appliances, basic breathing exercises, postural drainage techniques, emergency procedures for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, pulse oximetry.

OUR COMMUNITY:

Welcome to Nacogdoches, the oldest town in Texas and the official Garden Capital of Texas. Nacogdoches is home of the Texas Blueberry Festival. Nacogdoches is a 300-year-old city known as The Oldest Town in Texas. It's located in the heart of Deep East Texas almost equidistant between Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Shreveport, Louisiana. Nestled between three national forests and only a short drive from two of the largest lakes in Texas, Nacogdoches is home to Stephen F. Austin State University and has a population of 33,000. Also designated the Garden Capital of Texas, Nacogdoches is recognized for its natural beauty, creeks and trails Nacogdoches has long been a live music destination and remains that today! Classic old venues make for great music, dancing and enjoying a night on the town. Take in live jazz poolside, dance at a local dance hall or simply relax and reconnect at a local wine bar.

Qualifications

Job Summary:

A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a licensed healthcare professional who specializes in the evaluation, treatment, and care of patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. RTs work under the supervision of physicians and are integral to both emergency care and long-term treatment plans in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and evaluate patients' respiratory conditions using diagnostic tools and physical assessments.

• Administer treatments such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation.

• Operate and monitor ventilators and other life-support equipment.

• Perform pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis.

• Educate patients and their families on managing respiratory conditions, including the proper use of inhalers and home respiratory equipment.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

• Respond to emergency situations such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and rapid response calls.

• Ensure all equipment is maintained, cleaned, and functioning properly.

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (accredited program).

• Licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and relevant respiratory therapy equipment.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in hospitals, emergency rooms, intensive care units (ICUs), outpatient clinics, and patient homes.

• May involve exposure to infectious diseases and physically demanding tasks (e.g., lifting patients, standing for long hours).

• Rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holiday work may be required.