lumerastaffing

Respiratory Therapist - NICU

lumerastaffing

Temple, Texas, United StatesPermanentPosted Oct 1, 2025

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating, treating, and caring for patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions
  • Administer oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and aerosol medications
  • Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory care, equipment use, and disease management
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with all safety and infection control standards
  • Operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper function and safety The Registered Respiratory Therapist, Transport, provides patient care in a mobile environment to high-risk patients and their families being transported. The Respiratory Therapist, Transport acts as a hospital-wide resource for establishing and maintaining a high-quality standard of care for the neonatal and pediatric transport population. Accountable for organizing, implementing, and coordinating patient care as directed by the Physician for the purpose of stabilization of the transfer to a tertiary or Special Care Center Requirements
  1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
  2. Current Respiratory Therapist license (RRT or CRT) as required by state regulations.
  3. Certification by NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) preferred or required.
  4. BLS and ACLS certification required.
  5. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  6. Experience in acute care, ICU, or emergency settings preferred. Benefits$15K Sign On Bonus Shift FT Day/12 hr. shifts