Day-Shift Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250

Six paid holidays annually

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A Children's Health System in Wilmington, DE, is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time dayshift role. This position requires providing both routine and emergency respiratory care across all patient areas, assessing patients, and engaging with families and professionals. Candidates must have completed an approved program, hold necessary certifications, and demonstrate commitment to quality patient care. The role also offers benefits including tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement plan contributions.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a COAARC Approved Respiratory Care Program.
• State License and certification required (NBRC-RRT, BLS-HCP).
• Preferred certifications: NRP, NBRC-NPS, ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency respiratory care and hands-on patient care.
• Assess patients and evaluate therapy appropriateness.
• Document care and patient assessments in EMR.
• Train families on home care education.
• Consult with healthcare staff on respiratory care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Emergency respiratory care

Communication with healthcare professionals

Aerosolized medication therapy

Documentation in EMR

Education

COAARC Approved Respiratory Care Program

DE State License

NBRC-RRT

BLS-HCP

Job description

A Children's Health System in Wilmington, DE, is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time dayshift role. This position requires providing both routine and emergency respiratory care across all patient areas, assessing patients, and engaging with families and professionals. Candidates must have completed an approved program, hold necessary certifications, and demonstrate commitment to quality patient care. The role also offers benefits including tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement plan contributions.