Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RCP) – Sign-On Bonus

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 56,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Student loan repayment benefit

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Children's National Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner II to provide respiratory care across acute, ER and critical care settings, including NICU/PICU. The role requires expertise in ventilator management, CPAP/BiPAP, and pediatric/adult care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The department offers growth opportunities, a career ladder program, and state-of-the-art units.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care from AMA approved program.
• 3 years of experience in respiratory care required.
• 1 year in critical care (pediatric or adult) preferred.
• Must demonstrate competency in acute care, ER and ICU delivery.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care procedures for patients of all ages.
• Performs invasive and noninvasive monitoring and diagnostics.
• Maintains skills and participates in department rotation across units.
• Ensures accurate documentation and adherence to policies.

Skills

AARC member

Ventilator management

CPAP/BiPAP

CPR

Diagnostics/monitoring

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care

TWO years of college training AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Humidifier therapy

Nasal/high-flow therapy

Job description

Children's National Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner II to provide respiratory care across acute, ER and critical care settings, including NICU/PICU. The role requires expertise in ventilator management, CPAP/BiPAP, and pediatric/adult care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The department offers growth opportunities, a career ladder program, and state-of-the-art units.