NICU - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights - Joplin

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serve as an advanced resource for respiratory care to physicians and nursing staff.

Duties as assigned support patient care objectives. The role requires graduation from a CoARC-approved program, current RCP licensure with NBRC RRT credential, and may require PALS for ER staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Hold the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license and NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS is required for co-workers in the Emergency Room.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician's orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Find your calling at Mercy!

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Position Details

• Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
• Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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