Registered Respiratory Therapist

JOB DETAILS

Respiratory Therapist jobs in critical care settings in Marrero, LA let you provide advanced respiratory support to patients with acute or chronic respiratory disorders. You will assess respiratory needs, develop treatment plans, and manage life support equipment such as mechanical ventilators. Responsibilities include performing intubation, administering aerosol therapies, monitoring patient responses, and collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams. You will also educate patients and families on respiratory care and maintain accurate records. Recommended qualifications are an associate's or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy, a current Louisiana respiratory therapist license, and certifications such as RRT, BLS, and ACLS. Experience in critical care and strong problem-solving skills are valuable. Marrero, LA is located near the vibrant city of New Orleans and offers access to scenic parks, bayous, and local dining. Residents enjoy a close-knit community, outdoor recreation at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park, and convenient access to cultural events and entertainment in the greater New Orleans area. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career management. Apply now to join this Respiratory Therapist assignment in Marrero, LA.

REQUIREMENTS

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Adult Experience:

2 years

RT-LA Certifications:

BLS;

ACLS Work History:

Should not be more than 30 days of gap in last 7 years

References:

1 Reference in the last 12 months

BENEFITS

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

FACILITY

Short Term Acute Care Hospital

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. • Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.