Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatric Cardiopulmonary

Assignment Type: Travel (Temp)
Length: 13 Weeks
Location: Temple, TX
Schedule: 3x12s | 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Nights)
Interview: 1 Round
Scrub Color: Any (Child-Friendly)

Requirements:

• RRT & RCP Certification

• BLS (AHA)

• PALS (Required)

• NRP (Preferred)

• Minimum 4 years of experience in General Pediatrics and PICU

Job Summary:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides specialized cardiopulmonary care for pediatric patients, utilizing advanced respiratory therapies and techniques to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, inhaled medications, airway clearance, and invasive/non-invasive ventilation.

• Perform bedside spirometry and assist in cardiopulmonary resuscitation during emergencies.

• Review physician orders and diagnostic results to determine appropriate respiratory therapy.

• Monitor patient response to treatments and adjust care using approved clinical protocols.

• Educate patients and families on respiratory care equipment and therapy techniques.

• Accurately document treatments, supplies used, and patient responses in electronic medical records.

• Follow hospital policies including infection control, HIPAA, and patient safety protocols.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of pediatric respiratory care therapies, equipment, and medications.

• Ability to work efficiently in high-acuity pediatric and PICU environments.

• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and electronic documentation skills.