NICU Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift (RRT)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Alvarado (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield, TX, seeks a Special Care Nursery Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to support neonatal and pediatric patients on a 12X3 Night shift. You will perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, and airway care, under department policies and medical director oversight.

The ideal candidate is a NICU/RNC experienced RRT with a valid Texas license, NBRC registration, and current BLS/ACLS; NRP within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• NICU / Special Care Nursery experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Texas licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner in good standing.
• NBRC registration required.
• BLS and ACLS certification current.
• NRP to be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy including oxygen, aerosols, ventilation and airway care.
• Perfom ABG, PFTs, and related cardiopulmonary diagnostics.
• Conduct bedside assessments and document treatment responses.
• Interpret CXR, ABG and PFT results for patient care.
• Maintain/repair equipment and ensure infection control and safety.
• Collaborate with NICU team to support neonatal and pediatric patients.
• Adhere to policy and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

NICU / Special Care Nursery experience

Current Basic Life Support

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support

NRP within 1 year of hire

Registered by NBRC

Texas licensure in good standing

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner by Texas Medical Board

Job description

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield, TX, seeks a Special Care Nursery Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to support neonatal and pediatric patients on a 12X3 Night shift. You will perform ABG, PFTs, ventilator support, and airway care, under department policies and medical director oversight.

The ideal candidate is a NICU/RNC experienced RRT with a valid Texas license, NBRC registration, and current BLS/ACLS; NRP within 12 months of hire.