Night Shift Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — NICU Training

Mercy; Crestwood (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for medical staff. This role includes rotating NICU assignments.

The position is full-time (36 hours/week) with night shifts and a $20,000 bonus for RRTs, offering strong benefits and opportunities to grow within Mercy’s compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential NBRC.
• PALS required for ER personnel.
• Physical demands include pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., pinching up to 10 lbs., kneeling, crouching, crawling.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Respiratory care

Critical care

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

NBRC RRT credential

ACLS

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for medical staff. This role includes rotating NICU assignments.

The position is full-time (36 hours/week) with night shifts and a $20,000 bonus for RRTs, offering strong benefits and opportunities to grow within Mercy’s compassionate care environment.