NICU Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal Critical Care

StaffDNA®; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job summary

StaffDNA® is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our NICU team. You will provide specialized respiratory care to premature or critically ill newborns, ensuring their breathing needs are met with precision and compassion.

The role includes administering oxygen and ventilator support, monitoring infants, coordinating with neonatologists, and educating families. This fast-paced, collaborative environment offers opportunities for growth and clinical certification in neonatal respiratory

Responsibilities

• Administer oxygen therapy, ventilator support, and other respiratory treatments to neonates in the NICU.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust respiratory support based on the infant's condition.
• Collaborate with neonatologists and NICU staff to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as blood gas analysis to evaluate lung function.
• Educate parents on respiratory equipment and techniques to prepare for discharge when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments provided and patient progress.

Job description

StaffDNA® is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our NICU team. You will provide specialized respiratory care to premature or critically ill newborns, ensuring their breathing needs are met with precision and compassion.

The role includes administering oxygen and ventilator support, monitoring infants, coordinating with neonatologists, and educating families. This fast-paced, collaborative environment offers opportunities for growth and clinical certification in neonatal respiratory