NICU RRT – Neonatal Respiratory Therapist (Sign-On $5k)

Jobtome; Valley Brook (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver direct patient care per physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as a resource for medical staff. This position offers a solid opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes within a collaborative team.

Requirements include a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER staff. ACLS is preferred, and prior critical care experience is desirable though not required.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS: PALS is required for co-workers in the Emergency Room.
• ACLS: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Experience: None.
• Preferred: Critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Education

CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver direct patient care per physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as a resource for medical staff. This position offers a solid opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes within a collaborative team.

Requirements include a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER staff. ACLS is preferred, and prior critical care experience is desirable though not required.