NICU Respiratory Therapist: Neonatal Critical Care

Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans matching

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in respiratory therapy across units, following physicians’ orders and protocol. You will determine therapy effectiveness and support ventilator needs during CPR while maintaining life-support equipment.

All tasks align with Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards. Requirements include graduating from an accredited respiratory care program, current state licensure, NBRC RRT certification (BLS/NRP/PALS may be obtained on

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
• Licensure: Must have a current license in the state of practice.
• Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the NBRC (RRT). BLS, NRP and PALS may be obtained upon hire.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, flexibility, and judgment to implement medical care.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in respiratory care per physicians' orders or protocol.
• Determine effectiveness of therapy and adjust as needed.
• Provide ventilator support during CPR and maintain life support equipment in ICUs and other areas.
• Adhere to Mercy Service Standards and mission values.

Skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Clinical interventions

Education

Graduate from Accredited Respiratory Care program

Tools

RRT Certification

Job description

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in respiratory therapy across units, following physicians’ orders and protocol. You will determine therapy effectiveness and support ventilator needs during CPR while maintaining life-support equipment.

All tasks align with Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards. Requirements include graduating from an accredited respiratory care program, current state licensure, NBRC RRT certification (BLS/NRP/PALS may be obtained on