NICU Respiratory Therapist - Life-Saving Critical Care

Mercy; El Reno (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders in El Reno, Oklahoma. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for the care team.

The role requires an RCP license, a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, and an NBRC RRT credential. ER staff may require PALS and ACLS as applicable, with emphasis on safety and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license and meet state licensure requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• PALS certification may be required for ER staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy as ordered by physicians.
• Consult with physicians on effectiveness of therapy and adjust treatment as needed.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

RRT credential

ACLS

PALS (ER)

Clinical patient care

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders in El Reno, Oklahoma. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for the care team.

The role requires an RCP license, a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, and an NBRC RRT credential. ER staff may require PALS and ACLS as applicable, with emphasis on safety and clinical excellence.