Registered Respiratory Therapist-Child (Full Time)

Mercy; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation allowance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent Care FSA

Volunteer time off

PTO

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care environments, helping patients breathe easier and recover faster.

You will join a compassionate team dedicated to patient safety, ongoing learning, and high-quality respiratory services. This role offers robust benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Respiratory Care License in the State of Practice
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through NBRC
• BLS Certification
• NRP and PALS certifications (may be obtained after hire)
• Strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, patient-centered environments

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Provide ventilator management and life-support support in critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory care needs.
• Develop and update patient care plans based on changing clinical conditions.
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to make informed care decisions.
• Collaborate during physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Mentor, resource, and preceptor for teammates when appropriate.

Skills

RRT NBRC

BLS

NRP/PALS

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Position Details: Why Mercy? Outstanding Compensation & Benefits

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to $7,000 Relocation Assistance
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Starting Day One
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 Annually
• Dependent Care FSA Contribution ($100/month)
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Generous PTO Package

What You'll Do As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care environments while helping patients breathe easier and recover faster.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care Excellence

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Provide ventilator management and life-support support in critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory care needs.
• Develop and update patient care plans based on changing clinical conditions.
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to make informed care decisions.

Pediatric & Neonatal Expertise

• Provide specialized respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric populations.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and advancements in respiratory therapy.
• Support high-acuity patients in intensive care and emergency situations.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Serve as a mentor, resource, and preceptor for teammates when appropriate.
• Communicate patient goals, progress, and changes effectively across the care team.
• Help resolve patient care, equipment, and workflow challenges.

Safety & Quality Commitment

• Champion patient safety through infection prevention and risk-management practices.
• Adhere to medication safety, patient identification, and clinical documentation standards.
• Follow all regulatory, departmental, and hospital-wide safety protocols.
• Maintain compliance with patient rights, confidentiality, and quality initiatives.

Equipment & Technology

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory therapy equipment.
• Manage oxygen systems, inventory, and equipment processing.
• Participate in evaluating new technologies, products, and clinical practices.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Respiratory Care License in the State of Practice
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• BLS Certification
• NRP and PALS certifications (may be obtained after hire)
• Strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, patient-centered environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care experience
• NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist) credential through NBRC

Who Thrives Here?

You are:

• Compassionate and patient-focused
• Passionate about caring for infants and children
• Calm under pressure and clinically confident
• A collaborative team player
• Dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth
• Committed to excellence, safety, and service

Join Mercy and Help Young Patients Breathe Easier

If you're ready to advance your respiratory therapy career while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, we'd love to meet you.

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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.

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