High Salary: Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN
Company: Rapides Regional Medical Center
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Description Introduction Do you have the PRN
career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN you want
with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you
to join Rapides Regional Medical Center which is part of the
nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Benefits Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards
package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of
our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: -
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at
no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and
free AirMed medical transportation. - Additional options for dental
and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible
spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident,
critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance,
identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care
coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. - Fertility
and family building benefits through Progyny - Free counseling
services and resources for emotional, physical and financial
wellbeing - Family support, including adoption assistance, child
and elder care resources and consumer discounts - 401(k) Plan with
a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) -
Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Retirement readiness and rollover
services and preferred banking partnerships - Education assistance
(tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) - Colleague recognition program - Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do
you want to work as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN where your
passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If
you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this
could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and
expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist
coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory
care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the
department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice
for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the
patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of
diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients
receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation. What you
will do in this role: - - You will perform and document patient
assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff
pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the
need for, and response to, respiratory therapy. - You will
administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery,
aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy. - You will
assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate,
monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. - You will monitor
patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and
intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response. -
You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent
patients. - You will respond to emergent patient situations and
ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during
resuscitation as required. What qualifications you will need: -
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of
employment start date - PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be
obtained within 30 days of employment start date - State Registered
Respiratory Therapist - Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained
within 30 days of employment start date Rapides Regional Medical
Center is a 350 bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We
offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical
staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At
Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to
nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you
contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture
impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also
impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction.
Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service
excellence and professional expertise can do for your career. HCA
Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical
Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In
recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in
cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and
other uncompensated expenses. Â "Bricks and mortar do not make a
hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare
Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides
satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our
Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN opening. We review all applications.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the
possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity
employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital
status, veteran status, or disability status
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