Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU
Shreveport, Louisiana
Willis-Knighton Medical Center

Job Overview: Respiratory Care Position

Location

• City: Shreveport, Louisiana
• Facility: Willis-Knighton Medical Center

Job Description

• Specialty: Respiratory Care
• Patient Population: General, NICU, and PICU
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 2+ years in Respiratory Care
  • Must be comfortable with high-risk deliveries and supporting NICU/PICU
  • Previous experience with at least one 13-week assignment is required (no first-time travelers)

Patient Types (Common Diagnoses)

• COPD, CHF, Flu, Pneumonia, COVID, ARDS, Lung Cancer, Stroke, ALS, post-CABG, post-Liver/Kidney Transplant, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, Radical Head/Neck surgeries requiring tracheostomy
• Minor Trauma – MVA
• GBS, RSV, Cystic Fibrosis, high-risk delivery neonates

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – preferred
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – preferred
• National Accreditation through NBRC – required
• LA State Licensure – required
• Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance

Skills Required

• High-risk delivery experience, including intubation of neonates
• Airway and ventilator management
• ABG puncture and analysis
• Non-invasive ventilation
• Code Blue and rapid response experience
• Inhaled medication administration, including nitric oxide

Equipment Used

• Servo U, Servo I, Trilogy, V60, EV300, Vapotherm HVT, Vapotherm Precision Flow, Airvo 2, Percussion Air IPV, ResMed Lumis TX (COPD)
• NICU equipment: Oscillator, Neopuff for deliveries

Department Support

• Director of Respiratory Care
• Assistant Director of Respiratory Care
• Shift Supervisors and Team Leads
• RT Educators and Department Coordinator

Orientation and Scheduling

• Orientation: 2 days of NEO orientation for the system, covering all 4 facilities
• Scheduling:

  • 36/48 hour rotation
  • Shift Times: 7a-7p; 7p-7a
  • Weekend rotation: Every other weekend
  • Call not required; overtime may be available with approval

Additional Information

• Floating Required: Flexibility to float between all 4 campuses (20-25 minutes driving distance)
• Scrub Color: Pewter
• Free Parking: Yes

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Documentation for Onboarding

• Clinical References (2)
• CPR Certification: BLS
• Criminal Background Check Report
• Drug Screen
• Employment Authorization
• License Verification
• Resume
• TB Testing
• Other health-related documentation as specified

This position offers a comprehensive opportunity for experienced respiratory care professionals looking to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.