Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisburg, NC

A Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing care for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. They assess, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and COPD. They are also essential in emergency situations, providing life-saving treatment to victims of heart attacks, stroke, drowning, or shock. Respiratory Therapists are responsible for operating and maintaining various types of respiratory equipment, including ventilators and artificial airway devices.

Respiratory Therapists should possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and attention to detail. An essential requirement is a certification from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which includes Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials. Prior to becoming a Respiratory Therapist, a person could have roles such as a respiratory therapy technician, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a medical assistant, which offer valuable patient care experience.

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Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (CRT), PRN

  • Lifepoint Careers
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 45+ days ago

What we're looking for Applicants should have Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy from a 2year AMAapproved Respiratory Care program (Bachelor's Degree preferred) Current Registered Respiratory...

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Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - PRN Rotating Rocky Mount Specialty

  • PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Rocky Mount
  • Wesleyan Col, NC (21 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wesleyan Col, NC (21 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population....

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Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - FT Nights Rocky Mount Specialty

  • PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Rocky Mount
  • Wesleyan Col, NC (21 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wesleyan Col, NC (21 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview We are looking for a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to join our team and care for our diverse patient population....

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Respiratory Therapist / Nurse (PRN)

  • Rotech Healthcare Inc
  • Henderson, NC (19 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Henderson, NC (19 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

therapist, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is preferred but other medical credentials may be acceptable (e.g., RN, LPN, LPV) depending upon state licensure...

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Travel Respiratory Therapist Louisburg NC Nights

  • Vibra Travels
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist in the state of employment required....

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Respiratory Therapist, Adults OR Pediatrics, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Wake Forest, NC (20 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (20 miles from Louisburg, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed to practice as a RCP in the state of North Carolina required....

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Demographic Data for Louisburg, NC

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Respiratory Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Acute Respiratory Failure
Respiratory failure is a common clinical problem encountered by most healthcare professionals. On this three-week course from The University of Glasgow, youll expand your knowledge of the...
Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
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Therapist Certificate Course Online
In this part-time, online Therapist Certificate Course, you will receive a comprehensive introduction to how to become a therapist. You will learn about the key aspects of therapy, including...

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Salary for Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Louisburg, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Respiratory Therapists in Louisburg, NC offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
43.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Respiratory Therapists in Louisburg, NC
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
23.4%
1-2 years
20.2%
2-4 years
6.2%
4-6 years
2.8%



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