Reg Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Nights

Mercy Co; Nicoma Park (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders, consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness, and support nursing staff as an advanced resource. The role requires a state-appropriate RCP license and NBRC RRT credential.

PALS is required for ER coworkers; ACLS is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and retirement plans for eligible

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license as per state requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for Emergency Room coworkers.
• ACLS preferred.
• Critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Team collaboration

Resource for clinical staff

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

RCP licensure per state requirements

NBRC RRT credential

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

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.

Position Details

Qualifications Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program. Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license. Experience: None. Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required. Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices. Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience. Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.