PICU Respiratory Therapist — Pediatric Critical Care

StaffDNA®; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education

Job summary

StaffDNA® in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You will deliver specialized respiratory support to critically ill children and collaborate with the PICU team to tailor treatments.

This hospital-based role requires quick decision-making, ventilator management, and family education, with opportunities for professional growth and access to comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients’ respiratory conditions and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the PICU team.
• Administer respiratory therapies such as mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, or aerosol medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor ventilator settings and adjust them as needed based on patients’ responses and clinical conditions.
• Educate families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use to support recovery after discharge from the PICU.
• Maintain detailed records of treatments provided and patient progress throughout their PICU stay.

Skills

Pediatric Care

Critical Care

Ventilator Management

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Ventilators

Medical Equipment Monitoring

Job description

StaffDNA® in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You will deliver specialized respiratory support to critically ill children and collaborate with the PICU team to tailor treatments.

This hospital-based role requires quick decision-making, ventilator management, and family education, with opportunities for professional growth and access to comprehensive benefits.