NICU Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - $10K Sign-On Bonus

Jobtome; Noble (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with physician orders. This role includes consulting with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serving as an advanced resource for the care team.

Ideal candidates will have a CoArc-approved education, an active RCP license, and NBRC-registered status (RRT). ACLS is preferred, and prior critical care experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license as per state requirements.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by NBRC.
• Emergency Room staff requires PALS.
• ACLs is preferred.
• Physical demands include push, pull and grip up to 50 lbs; kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Experience in critical care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

RRT NBRC credential

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy in accordance with physician orders. This role includes consulting with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serving as an advanced resource for the care team.

Ideal candidates will have a CoArc-approved education, an active RCP license, and NBRC-registered status (RRT). ACLS is preferred, and prior critical care experience is valued.