Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - PRN Days/Nights

Childserve; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ChildServe is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient team serving children, teens, and young adults. You’ll provide professional respiratory care within pediatric rehabilitation and long-term complex medical units.

You’ll work PRN, nights and days as needed, collaborating with physicians and families, documenting care, and teaching families and staff to improve care delivery.

Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited respiratory therapy program and licensure in Iowa.
• Current CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Ventilator experience is required.
• Pediatric experience is preferred.
• PALS certification is preferred.
• Experience with tracheostomy care is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and be mobile within the work area.
• Excellent reading, writing and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy per physician orders and patient care plan.
• Maintain accurate, timely records per standards and policies.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, school personnel, and staff to coordinate care.
• Stay current with unit and ChildServe information.
• Deliver respiratory and related training to children, families, and staff.
• Demonstrate stewardship of equipment, supplies, and environment.

Skills

Ventilator management

Pediatric care experience

Tracheostomy care

English communication

Lifting up to 35 lbs

Education

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

ChildServe is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient team serving children, teens, and young adults. You’ll provide professional respiratory care within pediatric rehabilitation and long-term complex medical units.

You’ll work PRN, nights and days as needed, collaborating with physicians and families, documenting care, and teaching families and staff to improve care delivery.